Here’s what to know about why leaves change color in the fall—and how the process is being impacted by climate change.

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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Mid-October has arrived, and although foliage in some parts of the U.S. are just beginning to display the vibrant colors of fall, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. October is finally here, and with it comes more fall foliage reaching its peak throughout the U.S. Each year, as trees begin to ...

Do you ever wonder why leaves change in the fall and what determines the colors that they change to? It's kind of like swapping out your summer T shirt for *** snazzy winter coat. They're really ...

Following a dry summer, plant scientists are predicting the leaves will change color later this year, with many still counting on a colorful fall. The state Department of Conservation and Recreation’s ...

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 ...

Over the next week or so, a lot of the region will be experiencing peak colors or coming out of peak fall colors. Chlorophyll The process for leaves changing colors is a multistep process. Let’s break ...

Trees’ leaves contain pigments that play critical biological roles while also reflecting colors like green, yellow, orange and even brown. (Courtesy Photo) COLLEGE STATION The transition of trees’ ...

The Virginia Department of Forestry's week 4 fall foliage report for 2025 is here, and most of the state is experiencing ...

As September gets closer, fall is almost here in New England, meaning soon, Vermont will be covered in the bright reds and yellows that make the season so beautiful. Typically, leaves start to change ...

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, ...