The ginkgo tree, known scientifically as Ginkgo biloba, is one of the oldest living tree species on Earth — dating back more ...

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

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

Trees benefit from fall trimming more than spring trimming. Trees experience less stress with fall trimming because they are entering dormancy. Spring tree trimming is better if the goal is to ...

One of the main drivers in leaves beginning the process of changing color has to do with the shorter days and longer nights. As the seasons start to change, and nights grow longer, leaves begin the ...

As we roll into the cold months here in Upstate New York, most trees have done exactly what we expect them to do. The leaves ...

This animated map shows fall leaf color projections. Red indicates peak color. It’s officially fall in the Northern Hemisphere, which means bright, beautiful foliage isn’t far behind. Parts of the U.S ...

Several tree species, including Chinese pistache and Sugar Maple, are displaying spectacular fall colors. Various shrubs like Fothergilla, Clethra, and Oakleaf hydrangea also contribute vibrant fall ...

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