At this time of year, we tend to think of trees with colorful leaves as native to colder climates than ours. But then Jenny ...

OMP resident Tom Dalluge is devoted to saving, nurturing and growing American chestnuts on the Old Mission Peninsula.

Plants that drop all their leaves at one time and enter a leafless, dormant state are called deciduous. In climates that ...

There are several ways to get rid of fallen leaves, but burning them depends on where you live. It's fall and along with cooler temperatures and pumpkin-everything, leaves have already littered the ...

Fall can be one of the most breathtaking times of the year in New Jersey. In the Garden State we see the colors of nature transition to vibrant reds, oranges and yellows as the days get shorter and ...

This is because in order for leaves to change color we need a combination of shorter days and cooler temperatures at night, which causes the tree’s chlorophyll to break down. Since we haven’t exactly ...

As autumn leaves continue to fall, the yearly debate arrives - is it best to "leave the leaves?" For many Americans, raking leaves in the fall to be burned or bagged and collected is a fact of life, ...

Scientists have long questioned whether the vibrant colors of fall foliage serve an evolutionary purpose. One theory suggests red pigments protect leaves from sun damage, allowing trees to absorb more ...

There are a lot of leaves outside my window, and I’m guessing your view might be similar. This carpet of dead foliage is often viewed as a nuisance, but it can be an important component in the garden.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. You’re probably aware that fallen leaves make good mulch, but they can also aid your garden and flower beds if you ...