– Christine Gelley, Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator, Noble County OSU Extension

Leaves can be composted for soil nutrients.

The task of leaf gathering and disposal is underway. Leaf litter may seem like a nuisance, but leaf litter is a valuable resource that I hope you will consider recycling.

Leaves contain valuable nutrients for soil health. Healthy soils provide plants and animals with healthy habitats. Keep the nutrients held within fallen leaves in use by reincorporating them into your landscape in the form of compost or mulch.

It is important to take care of the leaves that fall on your property. Leaf litter can smother your lawn by reducing light infiltration, which can create patchy lawn growth in the spring. Leaves should also be cleaned from your gutter systems and drains to facilitate good water flow.

Leaves can be beneficial to lawns as fertilizer if they are Continue reading Leaf Care and Composting →