For gardeners, few sights rival the breathtaking transformation of leaves in the fall. The fiery reds, golden yellows, and deep purples bring a sense of wonder to the landscape while signaling the ...

Portland, Maine — Leaf-peeping season has arrived in the Northeast and beyond, but weeks of drought have dulled this year's autumn colors and sent leaves fluttering to the ground earlier than usual.

What is the purpose of fall foliage color? As humans, most of us look at the world through rose-colored glasses — maybe as gardeners it’s green-colored glasses. And that shading sometimes leads us to ...

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 ...

In Western North Carolina, the highest elevations are past peak, but as fall color moves down the slopes, mid-elevation areas are expected to be at their most vibrant. ASHEVILLE – As the highest ...

Fall is a magical time in Lake Tahoe. Mornings are crisp, crowds are down and bursts of red, gold and orange leaves are beginning to sweep across the Sierra. Here are some hikes in the basin to catch ...

It was touch-and-go back in September with the drought leaf drop, but we’re back on track now. The fall foliage season has been delayed, but it’s not to be denied. Beautiful fall color is showing up ...

PORTLAND, Maine — Leaf-peeping season has arrived in the Northeast and beyond, but weeks of drought have muted this year’s autumn colors, and sent leaves fluttering to the ground earlier than usual.

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 ...