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Removal · field guidance

Fall leaf-blowing schedule

A consistent fall blow-out of yard leaves reduces overwintering tick refuges before snow cover sets in.

Steps

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  1. 01
    Schedule a deep leaf removal in late fall after most leaves are down.
  2. 02
    Blow leaves out of mulch beds, not just the lawn.
  3. 03
    Remove or compost the litter; do not pile at the woodland edge.
  4. 04
    Repeat a final pass after the last leaves drop.

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