Can I use leaves for mulch in the gardens over winter? - Cooperative Extension: Garden and Yard - University of Maine Cooperative Extension

Question: Can you use leaves for mulch in the gardens over winter? After this month’s snow, as I raked again, the undergrowth was green and flourishing. Answer: The answer is yes. They’re great for protecting the plants from desiccation, protecting the soil from erosion, and keeping the frost in the ground so plants don’t heave. read more