Honestly—they’re more trouble than they’re worth. Cardboard bags are bulky, tear when wet, and end up as single‑use waste. That means you spend more effort wrestling with the bag than actually cleaning up your yard.

What should I do instead?
• If you have space in your yard: rake leaves into a wooded area or compost pile. They’ll break down naturally and enrich the soil—no bags needed.
• If you don’t have space: you have a few options. You could use your lawn mower to mulch them in place. The nutrients are great for your lawn. Just want them out of your yard? Many towns offer a leaf cleanup service.

Last option, hire a local leaf vac service. They’re surprisingly affordable, especially if you’ve already done the cleanup to bring leaves to the curb.

Why is this better?
Both options save you the frustration of soggy, collapsing bags, reduce waste, and give your leaves a second life. It’s cleaner, easier, and more sustainable than buying disposable bags anywhere else.