Here in the Midwest, I somewhat look at our seasons as being a rotation of punishment and reward. In winter and summer, we are subjected to temperature extremes. During these times we get really cold, ...

Many people travel to New England in October to see the wonderful fall color in the deciduous forests. A large proportion of the color is provided by maples, including the sugar maple, red maple and ...

As summer meanders to a close, you might begin to regret the loss of the beautiful and bountiful flowers in your garden. But it doesn't have to be the end just yet. Many colorful and delightful ...

Fall brings out the best in the city's trees and shrubs as colorful leaves brighten up landscapes. Ash, aspen and cottonwoods are prominent this time of year, but there are other trees (and shrubs) ...