Tree Committee

1. Mulching leaves is an easy, eco-friendly way to nourish your lawn and avoid the hassle of raking or
   bagging. Follow these simple steps:
2. Wait Until Leaves Are Dry- Wet leaves clump together and don’t shred well, so choose a dry day for best results.
3. Set Your Mower High- Adjust your lawn mower to about 3 inches. This height allows the mower to chop the leaves without
   damaging the grass.
4. Mow Over the Leaves- Mow slowly and overlap your passes. For thick layers, you may need to go over the area twice.
5. Check the Leaf Size- When finished, the leaf pieces should be about the size of a dime and lightly cover the grass. If you can
   still see large pieces, make another pass.
6. Let the Mulch Settle- The shredded leaves will filter down into the grass, decompose, and return valuable nutrients to the
   soil.

Pro Tip: If you get a heavy fall of leaves, mulch more often so they don’t pile up too deeply.

A healthy lawn starts with natural recycling—mulch those leaves instead of bagging them.