How to Make and Use a Leaf Mold for Organic Gardening

How to make a leaf mould bin

What is Leaf Mold (And How to Make It)

Don’t let those fall leaves go to waste 👇🏾 Leaf mold is easy to make and is one of the most valuable soil conditioners you can add to a garden. To create it, simply gather fallen leaves and pile them in a corner of your yard, a wire cage, or a simple bin. Moisten the leaves so they are damp like a sponge, then leave them to decompose naturally. Unlike composting, leaf mold doesn’t require added nitrogen or frequent turning; it breaks down slowly through fungal activity rather than bacterial ac