Should oak leaves be used in compost? Here's what Neil Sperry has experienced when using Texas oak and pecan leaves in compost.

Dear Neil: Am I remembering a recent column correctly? Did you advise against using oak leaves in compost?

Dear Neil: Am I remembering a recent column correctly? Did you advise against using oak leaves in compost?

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We spoke to two gardening experts about why composting leaves is important and how to compost, along with some tips for making a successful pile.

" [Leaves] are a good source of carbon for the compost pile to offset the nitrogen introduced by vegetable scraps," says Turner.