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My Secret to a Thriving Garden – Leaves as Natural Fertilizer

I am now 70 years old and have been an enthusiastic hobby gardener for over 40 years. During this time, I’ve seen many gardening trends come and go, but one thing has always remained the same: autumn leaves. In the past, I used to collect them with great effort, stuff them into bags, and then drive them to the recycling center. But over time, I realized I don’t have to—and certainly don’t want to—put myself through that hassle anymore! Why? Because the leaves in the garden themselves serve a wonderful purpose: they are the best, most natural fertilizer I can give my plants.

Why Leaves as Fertilizer Are Better Than Burning

What annoys me is seeing the air full of smoke in autumn because leaves are being burned. The smell, the dirt in the air, and in the end, only ashes remain. That does absolutely nothing for the garden! So I thought: why not leave these valuable leaves in the garden to strengthen my plants? Leaves contain a lot of good stuff like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium — exactly the nutrients plants need to stay healthy and strong.

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Instead of removing the leaves, I now collect them and shred them with a leaf shredder. It chops the leaves very finely, and I then sprinkle the shredded leaves directly onto the flower beds and even into my window boxes. The fine layer of leaves protects the soil, slowly releases nutrients, and retains moisture, which is a blessing for the plants.

My Process: Shredding and Spreading Leaves

For anyone who wants to try it, here’s my process. It’s really simple:

Collect leaves: In autumn, I collect leaves, preferably from my fruit trees and also oak leaves, which are especially nutritious. Different types of leaves bring different nutrients into the soil.
Shred leaves: Then comes my leaf shredder—a device I wouldn’t want to miss anymore! It turns the leaves into a fine mulch that is much easier to spread. Large leaves often just lie in the beds and decompose poorly. Shredded leaves break down much faster.
Spread in the garden and in flower boxes: I spread the leaf mulch in the beds, but also in my flower boxes and even in pots. Especially in winter, this leaf layer is a valuable help because it protects the plants and provides nutrients. In spring, I rake in whatever remains lightly into the soil.

The Benefits of Leaves as Mulch and Fertilizer

Since I started using leaves this way, I see my garden with completely different eyes. Not only does it save trips to the recycling center, but I also know that I’m doing something good for my soil—in a completely natural way.

No waste trips: The leaves stay where they belong—in the garden. This saves time and fuel.
Long-lasting fertilizer: Leaves slowly release nutrients and help improve soil quality.
Boosts soil life: Shredding activates microorganisms in the soil that feed on the leaves and thus enliven the soil.
Water retention: The fine leaf layer protects the soil from drying out, which is especially important in summer.

I can warmly recommend it to everyone: try shredded leaves as fertilizer! Autumn brings so much nature into the garden, and we should use it instead of throwing it away or even burning it. This way, my garden stays healthy, and I save myself unnecessary trips. Even my flower boxes thank me with strong blooms—without any chemicals!

Author: AI-Translation - Roswitha Vogel | 26.10.2024

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