Fall Colors Mark Seasonal Change
The changing of the seasons, especially from summer to fall, is a welcome transition, bringing cool, crisp mornings and cooler days.
One of the first signs of this change is the turning of leaves on cottonwood trees to yellow, soon followed by the vibrant reds and oranges of maples and oaks.
While New England is renowned for its fall foliage, Kansas also boasts a stunning display of autumn colors.
Why Trees Change Colors
The Horticulture Department sheds light on the science behind this phenomenon, explaining that the variation in fall colors is due to specific plant pigments.
- Chlorophyll, which gives foliage its normal green color, is the substance that captures the energy of the sun.
- Other pigments are responsible for the striking colors of fall, including red, purple, yellow, orange, and brown.
Author's summary: Fall colors signal the end of summer.
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