WordNet
leaf soil
n. soil composed mainly of decaying leaves [syn: leaf mold, leaf mould]
Usage examples of "leaf soil".
Previous to sowing the seed, the soil should be lightly forked over, and, if possible, be given a dressing of leaf soil or well decayed vegetable matter, but no fresh manure must be dug into the top spit of ground intended for Carrots and Parsnips, as it may cause the roots to become forked.
Varieties of pulsatilla when cultivated in this country like a well- drained, light, but deep soil, and will flourish in a peat or leaf soil, with the addition of lime rubble.