Experts say the changing of colors is controlled by shorter days, but climate continues to play a major role. "Really warm late September days are not ideal for fall colors," said Brian Schwingle ...

Christmas cacti, otherwise called schlumbergera, are known for their trailing leaves and vibrant blooms that flower around the festive season. Coming in an assortment of colors, including red ...

The compounds vary by species and determine the color of the tree’s autumn foliage—so a species like the ginkgo, which turns yellow in fall, won’t turn red ... U.S. maple leaves are changing ...

If your yard could use more shade and needs it pronto, here are some of the best fast-growing shade trees to plant in the ...

But why exactly do leaves change colors? Author Sharon McCann offers a whimsical and heartwarming answer in her latest book, “A Tale of Why the Leaves Turn Color in Fall.” The story follows ...