Leaves as Winter Mulch
Are leaves a good winter mulch for my perennials?
Large leaves tend to hold moisture, mat down and ice up over winter. This increases the risk of winter kill or spring rot. I prefer to shred my leaves and spread them over the soil surface for mulch, work them into the soil as an amendment, or compost them with other garden debris. Evergreen branches, straw and marsh hay make excellent winter mulch when applied over the plants after the soil is lightly frozen soil.
Related
Categories
Upcoming Appearances
July 20
Ebert's Greenhouse Village
Ixonia, WI
August 1-11
Wisconsin State Fair
West Allis, WI
August 22
Mequon Nature Preserve
Mequon, WI
Learn More
Book an Appearance
Win Melinda's Trees and Shrubs DVD set!
