some leaves change color in the fall
Leaves are actually fall colors, not green
Chlorophyll is a key ingredient in producing energy from light and is the reason leaves are green. As the days get darker, the less chlorophyll is produced.
Why do the leaves change color anyway? Explaining the science behind New England's famous fall foliage
New England is famous for its phenomenal fall foliage, thanks to the ideal conditions for producing vibrant red, yellow and orange leaves. Visitors flock to our region from all over to enjoy Mother Nature's seasonal transition. But why do leaves change color in the first place? And what determines the color a leaf will change?
From green to gold: Why some leaves change color in the fall
A professor of biological sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee explains that changing leaves starts with environmental cues, like days getting shorter and chillier.
What is causing green leaves this fall?
A number of factors could be contributing to the abundance of green in the Fargo-Moorhead area this fall, NDSU Extension Forester Joe Zeleznik said.
Climate change blamed for turning fall leaf colors dull
Warmer nights and a lingering drought in our region are among the climate change items that are impacting fall foliage and the change in leaf colors.
Weather IQ: Why autumn leaves change colors
Weather patterns can brighten or dampen fall colors, but it is something inside the leaf that determines the coloring.
Beyond the Forecast: Does the temperature affect the leaves changing color?
In our latest Beyond the Forecast special on WPRI.com, 12 News Meteorologists Steven Matregrano and Catie McNeil talked all about autumn, breaking down the forecast for fall 2024 and answering
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