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So to create leaf mulch, here are at least seven methods you can use to further decomposition: The first three methods require less work, but the decomposition takes longer (six to 12 months). 1. You can make leaf mulch by piling all the leaves in a corner of your yard and letting the worms gradually drag them under.
1 Keep mulch at least 6 inches from the base of the tree trunk. 2  Make sure you are not doing this: Mulching with a deep layer of material (over six inches of material). 3  Mulching with piles high against the trunks of young trees. 4  This can lead to insect and disease problems.