I have written before about how I make leaf mold in my garden. But today, I thought it would be useful to share how I use the leaf mold that I make since I have been asked about this a few times ...

An expert gardener shows how a simple process provides a rich soil conditioner. As the leaves begin to fall, gardeners should think about making the most of this natural resource. In my own ...

A thick layer of leaves can damage your grass, but there's no need to bag them up. Put nature's autumn bounty to work ...

Every fall, homeowners spend hours raking leaves into bags, dragging them to the curb, and sometimes paying someone to haul ...

There are a lot of leaves outside my window, and I’m guessing your view might be similar. This carpet of dead foliage is often viewed as a nuisance, but it can be an important component in the garden.

Many urban gardeners know that adding ingredients like compost and mulch to their soil has great benefits. But it can be difficult to know what to add and why. Researchers at Purdue University ...

There are a lot of leaves outside my window, and I’m guessing your view might be similar. This carpet of dead foliage is often viewed as a nuisance, but it can be an important component in the garden.

Leaf mold! Ick. Just the sound of "leaf mold" makes germaphobes grimace. But when the process of making it is done right, leaf mold can be gold in the garden. Another term for leaf mold would be ...

New and seasoned gardeners can enhance their gardens with a powerful, natural, and free compost called leaf mold, made from fallen leaves that decompose over time. This nutrient-rich fertilizer may ...