Autumn leaves on gardenAs we head into winter, our garden bounty diminishes – which, along with plunging temperatures, can make life harder for the wildlife in our back gardens. What we do get an abundance of, however, are leaves. Deciduous trees are expected to drop their colourful confetti until about November.And considering some areas saw earlier leaf fall than usual this year, the mounting mulch might already be proving an issue for keen gardeners. Of course, slippy leaves can prove problematic on paths and driveways, and if left in an unorganised layer on your lawn, damp leaves can also cause mould. But when it comes to your garden as a whole, there are more reasons than you might think to avoid removing them. Here are just four: 1) Fallen leaves can be great for wildlife Speaking to HuffPost UK previously, Eric Michels, Head of Pro at