Since mid-July, I’ve noticed something strange in several maple trees I’ve driven by: their leaves are starting to show fall color! Sometimes it’s just the tips of the branches turning red or yellow; ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Is there anything more striking than seeing a Japanese maple (Acer palmatum) in its full splendor? The eye-catching red color of its leaves, ...

Japanese maple trees can be pruned almost anytime of year, but save major pruning for winter when the tree is dormant. Here's ...

As we enter peak leaf-peeping season, the gorgeous fall foliage may inspire you to plant your very own trees. It's not a bad idea—fall can be an ideal time to landscape your yard because the cooler ...

CARTHAGE, Mo. — In North America, and especially in the state of Missouri, the maple is arguably the most recognizable, most popular, and during the autumn months, the most beautiful species of native ...