Discover how insects and other small creatures rely on leaf litter to survive the winter and how this supports local ecology.

The annual carpet of dead leaves can be an important component in gardens. They can serve as root-protecting and ...

As autumn comes around, and leaves begin to fall, many people will begin making leaf piles to clear out their yards. While many may prefer the look of a lawn with no leaf litter, those who refrain ...

This is my mom’s face,” said children gathered in a circle while collecting fallen leaves to create various faces during a ...

Shredded leaves make a great mulch for perennials. They help keep soil temperature steady during winter. Spread a 2 to 3 inch ...

In the past, we’ve been told that leaving the leaves on the turf will smother the lawn. But a thin layer of leaves is actually healthy for grass, according to the Xerces Society. Leaves add nutrition ...

Scientists say leaving autumn leaves on the ground can add important nutrients to the soil and create needed habitat for insects.

Fall is my favorite time of year, with its crisp air and beautiful leaf colors. It’s a wonderful time to take a walk through the ...

Fallen leaves can be both a fire hazard and an ecosystem benefit, so what should you do with them? The experts answer.

Consider the leaf, these lovely little solar collectors! How can any device imagined by the human brain collect light energy ...

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The city of Rochester is working to clear fallen leaves throughout November, aiming to prevent potential road hazards.Fallen ...