Despite their utility, leaf blowers—particularly gas-powered models—are major sources of pollution:
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The "neat" lawn aesthetic often comes at the expense of local biodiversity. Leaf litter serves as a critical winter habitat for worms, pollinators, and beneficial insect larvae. The use of leaf blowers can: Destroy valuable topsoil through erosion and compaction. Despite their utility
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