The burning of the leaves is not only forbidden but also harmful. It creates poisonous substances that pollute air and harm health. Instead of smoke and ashes, however, you can turn the leaves into a valuable helper. Just know what to do with him.
Leaves as a refuge for animals
The leaves are good to rake out of the lawn so that he does not smoke and move, but in the corners of the garden give him a chance. At least in some parts of the garden, the pile will serve as a natural shelter for useful animals.
JThe ežci hibernate in them, also some insects here find frost protection and, on the contrary, birds are looking for a livelihood. Hedgehogs and insects help keep the garden in balance, and this is also advantageous for gardeners.
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The leaf is never a harm
You may have heard the word leaf, but we can not always imagine what it is. It is only made of leaves, which in one to two years decomposes and turns into a fine, plump soil. However, it is one -component, similar to the forest rake and contains little nitrogen.
It is suitable as great soil improvements, especially for flowers, trees and shrubs. Just rake the leaves, lay it in compost or separate pile, occasionally moisten and let the nature work. The best is leaves of fruit trees, maple or linden trees. Worse is an oak or walnut, but it can also be used.
Learn to mulch with leaves
Another option is. This means spread the leaves around the beds or under the bushes. It protects the soil from drying up and freezing while limiting the growth of weeds. In the autumn it will serve as an insulating layer that helps plants to survive the winter.
The disadvantage is that a larger layer of unbreakable leaves can choke plants or attract slugs. Therefore, it is mainly suitable for perennials, fruit shrubs or places where it is not necessary to clean the soil in spring.
Leaves for joy
What about the most beautiful color leaves? May not end up in the pile. You can use them for simple decorations. It is sufficient to inject a large number of leaves on a round wire and create that lasts for several weeks.
You can also dry the leaves and use to decorate tables, candlesticks or autumn arrangements. Such decorations cost almost nothing and light up the interior and garden.
