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J Jackson writes:
| fruitbat wrote:
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| : 3. I intend to use them as mulch for the borders, is there any better use
| : for them? Is it too soon for them to be used, and when should I apply?
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| Before Peat became generally used in horticulture, leafmould was used to
| make up potting composts. I use my leaf mould to make seed and potting
| compost. I mix riddled leafmould and loam, and depending on use add some
| "grit", plus maybe a little woodash.

That sounds good :-)

It is also worth pointing out that leafmould is THE best basis for
making potting composts for most humus-loving, forest-floor plants.
It doesn't have the acidity of peat, and is closest to their natural
substrate.


Regards,
Nick Maclaren.