Every fall season, nature lovers look forward to scenic fall foliage. But do we know the science behind why leaves do this once the temperatures start dropping? Here's how nature creates art during ...

If you've already gone through the work of collecting and drying fall leaves, you know how disappointing it can be when their fiery reds and golden yellows fade into dull browns too quickly. Whether ...

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 ...

As daylight wanes and the hours under the stars stretch longer, Mother Nature colors the landscape with an unbe-leaf-able autumn palette. Those jewel-toned pigments of rubies and purples, oranges and ...

As the weather cools down, the leaf colors heat up. Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is now releasing weekly fall foliage reports for 2025. Earlier sunsets and ...