Is it good to leave fallen leaves in the garden over winter? - Cooperative Extension: Garden and Yard - University of Maine Cooperative Extension

Question: Is it good to leave fallen leaves in the garden over the winter? Is it beneficial? When can they be raked up in the spring? Answer: Viña Lindley, Food Systems & Home Horticulture Professional Absolutely, leaves make a great mulch since they’re free, readily available, and full of nutrients that release slowly over time. read more