Autumn Leaves In Flower Bed Harmful Or Beneficial

Question

Lots of Autumn leaves on lawn now often should be removed

Answer 1

It really depends on the types of trees, but in most cases they will provide a breeding ground for mold. It is best to remove them, and substitute with a proper mulch or inoculate the entire area with beneficial fungi. Lepista and Stropharia have many in the genus that will grow in leaf litter, and help provide food and nutrients over the Autumn and Winter.

Here are some articles that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/mulch/best-mulch-for-garden.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/mushrooms/grow-mushrooms.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/mushrooms/harvest-mushroom-spores.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/mushrooms/growing-wine-cap-mushrooms.htm