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To leave or not to leave: What to do with the Leaves

Should you rake the leaves or leave em? That is the question. I believe leaves should be mowed or raked off the lawn. Leaves can smother it. On sidewalks and drains they should be raked because of slip hazards. In Flower beds they can be left as mulch or raked up to look good. Some leaves harbor insects or can cause rot and mold. In the right situation they can be left and insulate plants, and even deter weeds. You must answer the question for your best interest.

Admirable Landscapes in Portland Oregon helps people with this question

Tip of the Month-October

October is a great month in the Pacific Northwest for over seeding, planting, fertilizing and raking leaves.

Remember to not let the leaves smother your. rake em, suck them up with the lawn mower. Leaves in the bed act as a weed deterrent and break down and feed the trees. On the other hand they house insects and are not good in piling up around the trunks of trees. It is good to keep tree rot to a minimum. Leaves also clog water drains, and can be slippery on the sidewalks. One can also compost them.

Love em or Leave em.