These three maples have somewhat similar-looking leaves. On the surface, you may think this is simply an academic exercise. But if you care about invasive plants and local ecology, this distinction is ...

Maple trees are hard to beat when it comes to colorful displays. The sugar maple (Acer saccharum) is so well-loved for its vibrant hues that it's considered the state tree for more states than any ...

Leavitt ’88, who holds a BA from Roanoke and a Masters of Landscape Architecture from Virginia Tech, explains why the type of ...

Maple syrup making time has just about arrived in our area. Maple syrup makers make preparations well in advance in order to be ready for this hectic time of year. Weather conditions need to be just ...

Botanical gardens and arboreta are among my favorite places to visit, including on National Arbor Day this April 24. Not only ...

Trees like the Japanese maple or coleus plants are well known for their vibrant foliage. Their leaves can show two, three or ...

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 ...