Seasons

Season Start and End Dates for Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter in 2026

Where fiddleheads grow, what they taste like, and recipes

First Signs of Spring for Nature Lovers

Early Spring Flowers for Pollinators: Bulbs That Bloom Through the Snow

When Is Maple Syrup Made? Tapping Trees, Sap Ratios & Grades Explained

Garden Tips and Tricks for the Early Summer Garden

Why winter is cold if the Earth is closer to the Sun

From antifreeze sugars to sleeping roots, discover nature’s winter survival strategies.

How to Identify Winter Garden Visitors and Coexist With Deer

Are You Cold? 9 Practical Tips for Staying Warm

Laugh, breathe, walk, and relax: easy ways to reduce winter stress and stay healthy this season

Test Your Winter Weather Knowledge!

Winter Storm Watches, Warnings, and Advisories Made Simple

How to Prevent Foodborne Illness All Season Long

Where Did This Term Originate and What is its Definition Today?

Track when and where fall leaves will peak with our 2025 fall foliage map.

From funky fall décor to birdhouses and luffa sponges—discover the many shapes, types, and surprising uses of gourds.

Discover the science behind vibrant fall colors and what triggers leaf color changes.

What Does “Dog Days of Summer” Mean?

Our Favorite Classic Summer Recipes

A playful holiday for gardeners with too much zucchini!

Long-Blooming Perennials for Constant Color in Your Garden

It's not just because the weather's warmer.

What Causes the Four Seasons?

What are the First Signs of Fall? What Happens to Nature in the Fall?

What to do in the garden in September and October

Keep Food Safe! Four Food Safety Guidelines

Planting Rose of Sharon & Other Hibiscus Flowers

Listen to the Sounds of a Frog Chorus