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If you live anywhere with deciduous trees, then you have the key ingredient for one of the best natural soil supplements—leaf mold. This organic material improves soil structure, boosts moisture retention, and supports beneficial soil organisms, making it an essential addition to any garden. In this article, we’ll run through the simple process and break down (pun intended) some of the science behind it. What is Leaf Mold? Despite its name, leaf mold isn’t slimy, smelly, or unpleasant....

We’ve all envisioned the perfect garden—neatly trimmed beds, clean lines, and not a leaf out of place. Perhaps you’ve admired the stunning show gardens at the Chelsea Flower Show, with their carefully curated designs and lush plantings (I have). These spaces are beautiful and attract a diverse range of wildlife. But step into a wild woodland, meadow, or desert wash, and you’ll notice something different: there’s litter. Twigs, seed pods, spent blooms, and fallen leaves carpet the ground....