Leaving your leaves is one way to change some of the forces at work behind the twin crises of climate change and loss of biodiversity.

You can help alleviate these crises right in your yard and inspire your neighbors to do the same.  There are many benefits to leaving your leaves!

Learn More Here (www.leaveyourleaves.org)

Some direct impact and benefits to leaving your leaves includes more beneficial insects including pollinators and fireflies, less stormwater runoff, healthier soil and trees, and less air and noise pollution.

Pledge to leave your leaves to help increase climate resilience and biodiversity. You can make a difference one yard at a time!

Show your commitment with a yard sign - indicate on the form and plan to pick up your sign while supplies last at NC Cooperative Extension, 721 Foster St., Durham Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm.