Are leaves a suitable mulch for strawberries?
Are leaves a suitable mulch for strawberries?
Leaves are not a good winter mulch for strawberries. Leaves can mat together in layers, trapping air and creating space for ice to form. The leaf, air, and ice layers do not provide adequate protection. A leaf mulch may actually damage plants due to excess moisture trapped under the material.
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