noun
- Plural of leafmold; a rich, dark soil formed by the decomposition of fallen leaves, used to improve soil quality in gardening.
Usage: Also spelled 'leaf mold' or 'leaf-mold'; Primarily used in gardening and horticulture contexts
Examples
- The gardener mixed leafmolds into the flower beds to enrich the soil.
- Leafmolds are excellent for improving drainage and water retention in garden beds.
- She collected fallen leaves in autumn to create leafmolds for spring planting.
- The nursery sells bags of leafmolds to help customers prepare their gardens.
- Adding leafmolds to potting soil makes it more nutritious for houseplants.