Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Fall is in the air, quite literally, and not just because of pumpkin ...

This article is part of a series of Nature Notes columns on Frederick County’s trees. Discover Frederick’s diverse array of trees on a self-guided walking tour. To see all of the trees, it should take ...

In Japanese lore, it is said that the shadow of the moon is the result of the shade of a magic katsura tree, which cannot be cut down. Sadly, reality lacks the permanence of folklore. The ...

Foliage is lovely, but so is the odor of the katsura, also known as the “caramel tree.” By JoAnna Klein Sugar, red and Japanese Maples: You can drive up and down America’s east coast to enjoy their ...