Leave the Leaves!

Rather than take on the tedious task of raking leaves for collection each year, the best way to reduce greenhouse gasses and benefit your garden is to leave the leaves! "Leaving your leaves" where they fall helps to prevent weed growth, provide homes for beneficial members of the ecosystem throughout the colder months, and promote healthy soil. You can mulch leaves where they fall, chop them up with your mower, or move the leaves to your garden or flower beds. Visit the Sustainable Hillsborough website to see more tips.