Burnt leaf ashes in the garden

[Ace]

There has been a lot of talk about wood ashes in the garden. What about ashes from burnt leafs, oak, maple, etc. in the garden, would it be beneficial to the soil? Thanks

[Pam - gardengal]

But much more beneficial when used in their unburnt form to create compost or leafmold.

pam - gardengal

[Bill]

The ashes will be 'good' for the soil (and some plants) but instead of burning leaves I compost them. By doing that there is no air pollution created and the full benefit of the leaves goes into the garden. You could even save them until next year and compost with your grass clippings...added carbon. Bill