Leaf litter is an excellent source of organic matter to amend and build up soil. The problem with it is it tends to acidify the soil too. Composting them before use helps, but if you use them heavily for several years you should check your soil pH and add pelletized limestone if the pH drops much below 6.5.
Leaf litter is an excellent source of organic matter to amend and build up soil. The problem with it is it tends to acidify the soil too. Composting them before use helps, but if you use them heavily for several years you should check your soil pH and add pelletized limestone if the pH drops much below 6.5.
So it's good for acid loving plants, that's good to know. I've got a couple of acid lovers that I like to plant this year.
So it's good for acid loving plants, that's good to know. I've got a couple of acid lovers that I like to plant this year.