tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8842852562944962435.post4217252561055006943..comments2023-09-24T05:19:13.830-04:00Comments on Roberts Roost: LeavesAlanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08442419546836689939noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8842852562944962435.post-81244980146869795262008-10-08T08:13:00.000-04:002008-10-08T08:13:00.000-04:00I've tried grass clippings, straw, and leaves. Al...I've tried grass clippings, straw, and leaves. All with different pros and cons. The only problem I've had with leaves is that our maple leaves are so large they don't break down by spring. I think if they were shredded they would be the perfect mulch. Our big maple leaves are also the perfect hiding place for big slugs...gross! Love garlic and I hope you have a bumper crop next year! KimAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com