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So to create leaf mulch, here are at least seven methods you can use to further decomposition: The first three methods require less work, but the decomposition takes longer (six to 12 months). 1. You can make leaf mulch by piling all the leaves in a corner of your yard and letting the worms gradually drag them under.
Apply a 3- to 4-inch layer of shredded bark mulch around all flowers and vegetables in the garden to minimize weeds. Planting flowers close together between vegetables greatly reduces the amount of weeds, but there are still empty spaces between plants where weeds can grow. Do not push the mulch directly against the plant stems and avoid covering the leaves with mulch because this can cause rot.