Homeowners generally assume that raking the leaves off their lawn is a necessary fall maintenance task — but is that actually true? Well … it depends. Raking leaves does offer a number of advantages, ...

Fall is here and so are the colorful leaves. Many people adore autumn. What’s not to like? There’s the shift to cooler weather and the opportunity to pull out your favorite hoodie and enjoy the ...

An etiquette expert weighs in on how to handle the messy neighborhood issue of fall foliage cleanup. Sure, good fences make good neighbors. But with fall comes proof that nature doesn't care about ...

Fall is that magical time of year when treetops transform into a vibrant medley of red, yellow, and orange, turning the world technicolor. The colorful scenery is the backdrop of so many autumn ...

Raking leaves can be a charming and nostalgic task for some individuals, but for others, it can easily become overwhelming. This is especially true for people who have large properties or who are ...

Sure, good fences make good neighbors. But with fall comes proof that nature doesn't care about property lines, as wind often carries leaves from one home's trees all over the neighborhood. So what is ...

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Raking leaves is often seen as a mundane chore, but it can actually be a rewarding experience ...

Fall is one of the most beautiful times of the year: the turning leaves can make your neighborhood look like a veritable sunset of striking colors. But with the colorful scenery comes the inevitable ...

RJ Mackenzie is a freelance science writer with a neuroscience degree. View full profile RJ Mackenzie is a freelance science writer with a neuroscience degree. As the nights get longer and the leaves ...

Instead of buying a noisy leaf blower, get some exercise and fresh air the retro way -- with a rake. · Why rake at all? Leaves cover the grass, blocking the sunlight it needs to grow. If a pile of wet ...