How Do You Use Oak Leaves As Grass Fertilizer?
In autumn, fallen oak leaves may seem like a nuisance, but they are actually a good source for fertilizer. Since fertilizer made from leaves is completely natural, you don’t have to worry about the negative effects that are often associated with chemical fertilizers. This technique will save you the hassle of hauling bags of leaves to the dump and will also save you a lot of money even over the course of one year. Rake the leaves into a single pile. It is best to put the pile in an area of your yard that does not get much traffic. Put the leaves through a mulcher. The smaller the pieces are, the quicker they will compost. If a mulcher is not available, you can run over the leaves with a lawn mower. If using a lawn mower, you will have to spread the leaves flat on the ground. Rake the leaves back into a pile. It may be difficult to get every little piece, but do the best you can. Mix in bagged manure with the leaves. The amount of manure necessary is about one-fifth of the amount of lea
