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Should I remove all fallen leaves from my garden beds?

  • Keith Funk
  • 3 hours ago
  • 1 min read
Q: Should I remove all fallen leaves from my garden beds?

Q: Should I remove all fallen leaves from my garden beds?


A: Rake leaves from lawns to prevent snow mold, but a thin layer in garden beds can provide insulation and offer protection to overwintering wildlife. I like to run my lawn mower over any leaves to chop them up before I scatter them on my perennials and other garden beds.


 Read our Q & As with Keith Funk answering common Colorado gardening questions here. You can also hear him on the Garden Wise Radio Show


 
 
 
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