When it comes to choosing a tree for a landscape, homeowners consider many things. Some plant trees for their aesthetic appeal, while others do so for their fruit. However, there are also many people ...

Weather and soil conditions can play a big role in the color each year, but each variety does have its own characteristics. If it’s the fiery orange-red you’re looking for, plant one of these ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Maple tree in small garden. The vibrant colored foliage of maple trees makes a real visual impact and means they’re one of the ...

Many people travel to New England in October to see the wonderful fall color in the deciduous forests. A large proportion of the color is provided by maples, including the sugar maple, red maple and ...

Autumn brings renewed vigor to the garden. Trees ignite in fiery hues. Asters and sunflowers erupt with autumn blooms. Even our vegetable gardens regain productivity. The crisp nights and cool days of ...

For a long time now, scientists have expected that climate change will result in temperate trees dropping their leaves much later than normal. That is because a warming climate brings a longer growing ...

Here in the Midwest, I somewhat look at our seasons as being a rotation of punishment and reward. In winter and summer, we are subjected to temperature extremes. During these times we get really cold, ...

As the outside world normally is around this time each November, things have changed a lot. Many trees are already devoid of leaves while others are still covered with colorful ones. When the ...

A maple tree in Kauffman Legacy Park has shed most of its chlorophyll while other trees in the park haven't yet turned color. Harsh drought conditions in Missouri and Kansas have robbed trees of much ...

Driving around Fort Collins in October, you can't help but marvel at the beautiful fall color of trees and shrubs. You might even think to yourself that you should plant some of these colorful trees ...

Fall brings out the best in the city's trees and shrubs as colorful leaves brighten up landscapes. Ash, aspen and cottonwoods are prominent this time of year, but there are other trees (and shrubs) ...