All plants go through periods of dormancy. Learn how to tell if your plants are going dormant, dying, or dead.

David said: “The first frost often catches gardeners off guard because it arrives while your garden still looks full of life.

There are a lot of leaves outside my window, and I’m guessing your view might be similar. This carpet of dead foliage is often viewed as a nuisance, but it can be an important component in the garden.

Here is our list of leaf collection schedules for North Jersey towns. We are continuing to add to it, so if your town is not listed, check back at a later date or visit your municipality's website.