🍁 Autumn leaves aren’t just a seasonal beauty; they’re a gift to the wildlife in your garden! 🌿 Instead of bagging them up, consider these wildlife-friendly uses:
Create a Leaf Pile: Pile up those fallen leaves in a quiet corner of your garden. Hedgehogs, frogs, and insects will appreciate the warm shelter during the colder months. It’s like offering them a cozy blanket!
Leaf Mulch: Spread leaves as mulch in your garden beds. Not only do they protect plant roots, but they also create habitats for beetles, worms, and other beneficial critters that keep your soil healthy.
Build a Bug Hotel: Use leaves to fill up small gaps in a bug hotel or make your own! It’s a simple way to support pollinators like bees and ladybirds, providing them with a safe place to hibernate.
By letting your leaves lie, you’re not just tidying up; you’re creating a thriving ecosystem for the creatures that call your garden home. 🌰🍂
What do you do with your autumn leaves to help wildlife? Share your tips! 👇
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