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Mulching Leaves with Mower: Suppresses Dandelions, No Thatch Increase

Michigan study: mulched leaves suppressed dandelions 84%. Pennsylvania study: no negative effect on ryegrass quality, growth, or thatch. As long as wet leaf mats don't smother grass, mowing leaves in place is beneficial.

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