A Free Resource That Is Too Valuable To Waste
Once you start finding ways to put shredded leaves to work in your yard and garden, you may want to have more of them! Fortunately, most people are very happy to give them away. You may even be able to find a local landscaper who is willing to drop off the shredded leaves they collect from customers.
If you are gifted whole leaves instead of shredded, you have a couple of options. Run them through a leaf shredder, if you have one. If the leaves are pre-packaged, simply add water and a little nitrogen and then store them for 6-12 months. By spring, the leaves will be partially decomposed and ready to use. If you have the room, simply create an enclosure out of chicken wire and let them degrade naturally.
Want to learn more about the value of leaves? Check switzerland email list out this website, created by some master gardeners in New York State: Leave Leaves Alone
For other fall gardening ideas, you may also be interested in reading: Fall Checklist for Flower Gardens.
Hardcore barbecue fans rejoice: Cue’s course is back! For the second year, Texas Monthly is partnering with Texas A&M University’s Department of Animal Science for a workshop that delves into the secrets of meat science. Hosted at Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew, the event will also feature a loaded barbecue menu and private on-site smoker tours.
FRANKLIN & FRIENDS
Saturday, November 3 / 6-9 pm / Franklin Barbecue
Join us for the first-ever monthly Texas BBQ Fest Franklin & Friends event, hosted by James Beard winner Aaron Franklin. You’ll be smoking alongside another famous Texas pitmaster, as well as two famous pitmasters from out of state. There will be live fire cooking, cold beer, and an experience unlike any other.
