Mulching
Did you know you can mulch leaves right where they are? Most mowers have mulching capabilities. You can use the leaves on your garden or landscaped areas, around trees, or leave the mulched leaves on your lawn. This can improve soil, suppress weed growth the following season by as much as 80 percent, aid trees, regulate moisture, and provide food for critters such as turtles, toads and birds.

Composting 
Leaves provide some of the building blocks for a good compost! Collect them to start composting in and around your home. Check out some helpful tips from our friends at the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County to get started. More info. 

Fertilizer
Unmulched leaves make excellent fertilizer too! According to Openlands, autumn leaves can be placed beneath trees and bushes where they will protect and fertilize roots. 

Leaf and Yard Waste Collection
Leaf and yard waste collection services pick up unwanted leaves from your property.

Many cities and villages in Lake County contract with a hauler that offers this service. If you live in a city or village, contact your municipality for more information about available services. 

Yard waste collection is offered for properties in unincorporated Lake County as well. Services vary by township. Learn more.