Litter C:N Ratio and Soil Water Retention Drive Early CO₂ and N₂O Fluxes from Recycled Litter on Urban Lawns

Key Points

• Early CO₂ and N₂O fluxes are influenced by the litter carbon nitrogen ratio and soil water retention on urban lawns.
• Data indicates that changes in litter composition can significantly alter greenhouse gas emissions like CO₂ and N₂O.
• Observational analysis across various urban lawns shows the relationship between litter properties and gas fluxes over time.
• Understanding these dynamics highlights the importance of urban landscaping on greenhouse gas emissions and climate change.