You're probably aware that fallen leaves make good mulch, but they can also aid the garden and the flower beds if you make ...

The third week of November is your reminder that leaving wet maple leaves on your lawn will block out light and kill the grass. This is the week to gather and store all fallen leaves as the main ...

Let’s explore a few ways to save money and harness nature’s bounty for mulch, leaf mold, composting, and supporting our ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. In ...

Hello Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! I see many homeowners cleaning up leaves this fall around the valley. Why not gather these leaves to make leaf mold, a valuable compost? This week I want ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. The ...

AROUND THE OZARKS (KY3) -The leaves are falling, which means it’s time to start figuring out what to do with them. This year, you can try turning them into mulch for your garden. Leaves and leaf mold, ...

The beginning of November is your last chance to prepare for winter. Put the garden to bed by raking leaves from the lawn and cutting back floppy perennial plants. Store or cover outdoor furniture, ...

Leaf mold has the ability to act as a catalyst, making nutrients in your soil more available for use by plant roots. Think of it as the superhighway that transports nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium ...