If you’re looking for ways to cut down on mowing and lawn maintenance, woodscaping might be the perfect solution for you.

One of my favorite things about my 1970s-built neighborhood is that it's packed with big, old trees. They're great for summer shade and fall color, but less great when every leaf ends up in my yard.

J and J's Home and Yard owner Jack Carpenter dumps a pile of branches into a trailer during a cleanup job at a home, Tuesday, Aug. 19, in Northampton. Staff Photo/Daniel Jacobi II Sign up for the ...