The third week of October is a good time to bring in or protect any geraniums or tender bulbs or potted plants such as abutilon or flowering maple. In Western Washington, the winters are often mild ...

Leaf mold is a really nutritious way to augment your soil, but it takes time to develop. If you want to create your own leaf ...

There are a lot of leaves outside my window, and I’m guessing your view might be similar. This carpet of dead foliage is often viewed as a nuisance, but it can be an important component in the garden.

Fallen leaves cover the base of a row of trees at a garden in Long Island, N.Y., on Nov. 3, 2025. (Jessica Damiano via AP) There are a lot of leaves outside my window, and I’m guessing your view might ...