Mulch

The science and practice of covering soil. Explores organic matter cycling, moisture retention, weed suppression, soil biology, leaf litter, wood chips, and other mulching strategies.

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Stop Bagging Your Leaves: The Case for Homemade Shredded-Leaf Mulch

Jun 17, 2026

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5 min read

Stop Bagging Your Leaves: The Case for Homemade Shredded-Leaf Mulch

Your yard already makes a better mulch than the garden center sells. You're paying to haul it away.

J.S. Peterson