As we welcome fall and winter for 2021, the question on all our mind's is, "What should I do with all these leaves?!" Well, in this epidode, I do my best to explain the benefits of leaf litter and show how it can be utilized to our benefit. Leaves have many secrets to them and be more than just piles set out for the city to collect and dispose of.
Helpful papers for further information:
https://www.amnh.org/content/download/35188/518925/file/LifeInTheLeafLitter.pdf
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/scientists-spend-10-years/
https://virginiagreen.com/news/why-its-good-for-your-lawn-to-remove-fallen-leaves/
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/bring-science-home-leaf-litter-biodiversity/
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