Every fall, as vibrant leaves blanket the ground, homeowners start their annual raking routine. This year, instead of throwing your leaves away, consider adding them to your compost pile. While it may ...

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 ...

(Family Features) Crafting cozy crowd-pleasers is a must for hosting – especially during the cooler fall months. Give your crowd something to celebrate, regardless of the occasion, with comforting ...

Dear Readers: I don’t have a fresh answer this week, so here’s a column about leaf pickup originally published in October of 2013. I changed the dates in the column to reflect current deadlines. Dear ...