Yahoo: A look behind the science of why trees turn different colors during the fall A look behind the science of why trees turn different colors during the fall Nothing beats the spectacular show fall foliage puts on in the autumn, and you don’t have to travel states away to experience beautiful color. These 17 trees will turn your landscape into a seasonal ... KCUR 89.3 FM: When will fall colors peak in Missouri and Kansas?

Understanding the Context

Here are some leaf-peeping predictions Leaves typically start to peak in the Kansas City region by early October, but projecting peak foliage isn't an exact science. Here are some things you can do to get the most out of fall's colors. When will fall colors peak in Missouri and Kansas? Here are some leaf-peeping predictions Trees’ leaves contain pigments that play critical biological roles while also reflecting colors like green, yellow, orange and even brown.

Key Insights

(Courtesy Photo) COLLEGE STATION The transition of trees’ ... KCUR 89.3 FM: When will Missouri see fall colors? Leaves are predicted to turn early this year According to the Missouri Department of Conservation, August droughts will likely have an effect on when leaves change and drop. Missourians can prepare to see fall colors early this year because of ... When will Missouri see fall colors?

Final Thoughts

Leaves are predicted to turn early this year The Boston Globe: Fall foliage: If you still want to catch the peak colors, here’s where to head this weekend. Fall foliage: If you still want to catch the peak colors, here’s where to head this weekend. The fall color season is upon us, and it’s really popping. Science says the colors emerge when the chlorophyll production stops, which generally happens as the days get shorter and the nights cooler. Yahoo: Have fall colors peaked in U.P., Northern Michigan? Here's a statewide foliage update Have fall colors peaked in U.P., Northern Michigan?

Here's a statewide foliage update Columbus Dispatch: Ohio fall colors 'may happen fast and not last.' Map shows where foliage is most vibrant Parts of northeast and southeast Ohio are seeing fall colors, while foliage is starting to change within a strip in west-central and northwest Ohio. However, the extended dry period means the fall ... Ohio fall colors 'may happen fast and not last.' Map shows where foliage is most vibrant