Oct 29, 2014 · This also saves when using bark mulch later in the spring as a topper. I know this doesn't answer the question of whether mulched leaves or whole leaves are harmful.

Sep 2, 2025 · No mulch of leaves or shredded would be effective against dewberry vines, dollarweed, baby trees, wiregrass, bahiagrass, Smilax, for a few examples of the unwanted …

Nov 10, 2021 · Thread in the Soil and Compost forum forum by pinkruffles: I have read that it is not a good idea to use whole leaves as a mulch because they get compacted...

Feb 6, 2019 · I have a lot of oak leaves in my own yard, and a lot of yards in my neighborhood do also. I love to use the whole leaves in paths and out of sight beds. For my seedling beds and …

Help prevent erosion from bare garden beds by covering the soil with a layer of mulch in the fall. Take advantage of the plentiful dropped leaves available in the fall. Collect up leaves with the …

Nov 4, 2014 · Looking on the bright side, you can use the allelopathic leaves as mulch where you don't want anything to grow, right? I have a lot less trouble with weeds in the beds under the …

Leaves drop and collect as mulch around the base of trees, protecting soil from crusting, erosion, temperature extremes, drying out, and compaction. In time they decompose, slowly releasing …

Sep 5, 2025 · And if you still have too many shredded leaves and weeds, then start a pile in your garden, sprinkle with layers of soil and let it turn into a rich source of soil for future use. Now …

Aug 30, 2021 · Agree that an initial covering of leaves can cause plants to seem stunted, but after a couple of seasons, and having been supplemented by new additions, a permanent layer of …

Nov 27, 2022 · I use lots of leaves, and often borrow my neighbors leaves for my garden. I usually pile them in a corner of the garden for the fall and winter, then in the spring use them as a top …