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, ...

Watching the plants in my yard change color ignites an excitement for the cozy fall days ahead. One of the greatest joys is spotting a plant in beautiful fiery and bronze hues that I didn't expect to ...

Fall colors arrived a bit earlier than usual this year in Charleston, likely triggered by the dry weather and nighttime temperatures in the 50s two weeks ago. Sweet gum is already yellow-to-purple, ...

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 ...