Holiday decorating is all in the family for two Massachusetts sisters who live in houses deeply rooted in place and history.
plants
Autumn gourds mimic the vibrant hues of New England’s fall foliage. Learn how to preserve gourds, and how to display them too!
Chrysanthemums are inexpensive, hardy and tolerate cool temperatures fairly well, making them a good pick for fall. Find out how to make mums last longer.
Don’t waste those autumn leaves! Here’s how to use fallen leaves as fertilizer for a homemade mulch.
Connecticut
Connecticut Foliage Guide
From the best time for peak color to the perfect foliage towns and road trips, our Connecticut fall foliage guide will help you plan a great escape this autumn.
Pesky critters digging up your newly planted bulbs? Here’s how to manage skunks and keep squirrels away from fall bulbs.
When should you bring plants indoors? Get the answer, plus how to best prepare outdoor plants for a winter inside.
New England
14 Favorite Fall Drives in New England
Few New England foliage-season traditions are as easy and enjoyable as hitting the road for a leaf-peeping road trip. Ready to ride? Here are fourteen of our favorite fall drives in New England.
Massachusetts
5 Best Things to Do on Nantucket
Only have a day or two? From biking to the beach to delving into the downtown shops, here are five of the very best things to do on Nantucket, Massachusetts.
Fall is a great time to work in the garden and prepare for next year’s growing season. Here are 5 top picks for fall planting in New England.
The introduction of invasive species can be devastating to the local landscape. Learn more about New England invasive species and how you can help keep them from spreading.
Massachusetts
Weekends with Yankee Q&A | Garden Guru Mark Richardson
New England botanic garden guru and Weekends with Yankee featured guest Mark Richardson talks fall blooms, how to get your garden in shape for spring, and apples vs. pumpkins.