September 8, 2001
Much of the western half of the region is now reporting some degree of change (very low color). Much of Michigan and Ohio are yet to report any change. In Minnesota and Wisconsin, there have been reports of the maples beginning to turn, with some of the leaves dropping. However, this behavior is typical of distressed or diseased trees. The majority of the trees are yet to begin their beautiful transition.

Leaf drop remains very low to non-existent in the region (exept for the distressed trees mentioned above).

This information was provided by Marek D. Rzonca, The Foliage Network. The next report will be released Wednesday, September 12, 2001.