Should You ‘Leave the Leaves’ on the Ground? — VOA Learning English
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There is a growing movement to leave leaves on the ground, instead of gathering them to be disposed of.
The idea is to avoid sending bagged-up fallen leaves to landfills. Instead they will naturally decompose over the winter into rich organic matter. The matter also shelters pollinators and other insects.
Done correctly, leaving the leaves is one of the best ways to turn yard waste into free fertilizer, which is good for plants, the environment, and saving money. But it is important to consider the types of leaves that are falling and where they are landing.
Whole leaves should not be permitted to remain on walkways, where they could make the path dangerously slippery. They should also not be…
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