Regan Davis Hopper with the U.S. Forest Service Urban and Community Forestry Program shares the importance of trees for health and well-being.Source: Mentally and Physically, Trees Make a Difference – Arbor Day Blog
The best leaf vacuum can keep your yard clean and manicured. See how our top picks performed during our hands-on testing.Source: The Best Leaf Vacuums of 2024 – Tested by Bob Vila
When wildfire smoke is in the air, doctors urge people to stay indoors to avoid breathing in harmful particles and gases. But what happens to trees and other plants that can’t escape from the smoke?Source: Trees Don’t Like To Breathe Wildfire Smoke and They’ll Hold...
The best rakes for pine needles have special features designed to collect the fine needles. See our favorite picks in this guide.Source: We Researched and Tested the Best Rakes for Pine Needles
The methane absorption was strongest in the tropical forests, probably because microbes thrive in the warm wet conditions found there.Source: Trees Reveal Climate Surprise: Bark Removes Methane from the Atmosphere | Good News Network
Hot or cold? Try these methods of composting weeds to benefit your garden without spreading trouble.Source: Can You Compost Weeds? Lawn and Garden Experts Weigh In | Bob Vila
The company already produces 3 million paper carrier bags per year from 5,000 metric tons of leaves from their headquarters in Paris.Source: This Startup Is Using Dead Leaves to Make Paper Without Cutting Trees | Good News Network
Head to a temperate region at between 41 to 45 degrees north latitude in a dry patch of weather in mid-late October for the best show.Source: What Makes the Perfect Forest for the Perfect Autumn? | Good News Network
Our October projects focus on getting the house ready for winter, including insulation and fireplace maintenance. Check these tasks off your list!Source: Bob Vila’s 10 “Must Do” Projects for October | Bob Vila
Don’t bag or blow leaves in your yard just yet! Here’s why mulching fallen leaves is the best choice for your property—and here’s the best way to do it.Source: Why Mulching Leaves Is Better Than Raking Them | Bob Vila
