Polyethylene Forest: Leaf Litter

Consider not raking your yard in the autumn. By not raking, a mini ecosystem is created under the leaves, suitable for salamanders, butterflies, turtles, frogs, insects, worms, etc. These creatures lay their eggs under the leaf litter and feed on it in the process. Raking breaks this life cycle. Not raking also adds nutrients to the soil and increases soil health with leaf decomposition. I hope you will lift the leaves on this artwork and see the creatures under the surface.