It’s that time of the year. The leaves are starting to change colors. This week the National Weather Service in Atlanta shared the satellite image above showing fall foliage changes in the Appalachian ...

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 ...

When you’ve been in the business of answering garden questions for 40 some-odd years, a few patterns begin to develop. And seasonal patterns are among the most consistent. “When can I plant my ...

After a summer that drenched and parched Pennsylvania for months at a time, the commonwealth is experiencing into an earlier-than-usual leaf-peeping season. "We saw color earlier this year than we ...

Dry weather in late summer is causing fall colors to appear earlier than usual in Virginia this year. The Virginia Department of Forestry predicts peak coloration will be on the early side of typical ...

A plant's genetics are a primary factor in determining its potential for vibrant fall colors. Weather, specifically cool nights and sunny days, helps produce the red pigments in leaves. Healthy, ...