We are starting to see more color each day.  The Sourwoods are bright red, and the Tulip Poplars are turning yellow and dropping their leaves as we speak.  You can also see the Black gum trees have lots of red leaves.  

 

The science behind all this says that the trees are losing their chlorophyll and the other pigments are showing through.  All this occurs to prepare for the coming winter, when deciduous trees lose their leaves, and go dormant.  

 

That's all I know.  I just love to stand back and enjoy the show and the magic of autumn.  I promise to keep you updated on fall color in our mountains.

 

 

HAPPY FALL Y'ALL!!!