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🌱 Patch AM: How often should Scarsdale homeowners really be mulching their fall leaves?

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  • How often should Scarsdale homeowners really be mulching their fall leaves?

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📰 News we're reading

• Can You Mow Over Leaves In A New York Yard? Here's What Works (newsbreak.com) — Scarsdale residents are being urged to mulch their leaves weekly during peak fall drop, turning yard work into a soil-boosting routine instead of endless bagging. This New York-focused guide explains how mower height, blade choice, timing, and moisture all affect whether shredded leaves nourish your lawn or smother it, with practical tips you can use throughout the season.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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