New Guide 'The Living Soil Handbook' Unveils Benefits of Mulching for Gardeners
A new guide to ecological market gardening, 'The Living Soil Handbook', was released in the USA in 2021 by Chelsea Green Publishing, a Vermont-based publisher specialising in sustainability and organic farming. The book, available in English as both a printed and e-book version, offers insights into the benefits of mulching and soil amendments like leaf mold.
The handbook emphasises the positive effects of covering soil with mulch, which has proven to be one of the most impactful actions in gardening. One such mulch, leaf mold, is highlighted for its simplicity and cost-effectiveness. Made from decomposed leaves, it's rich in fungal life and nutrients, making it easier on the soil and more beneficial than raw leaves.
In natural ecosystems, mulch plays a crucial role in moisture retention, nutrient distribution, habitat provision, and soil protection. The handbook guides readers in finding the right mulching method for their gardens or homesteads, stressing its ease and benefits to soil health. Leaf mold, or 'garden gold', can be used as a surface mulch or to build organic matter in new gardens. It also helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Chelsea Green Publishing's 'The Living Soil Handbook' underscores the importance of mulch for soil health, acting as a barrier against water loss and heat, reducing weeds, and improving soil structure. By exploring the use of leaf mold and other mulching methods, gardeners can enhance their soil's fertility and sustainability.
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