September 15, 2001
Nearly the entire upper Midwest is now reporting very low color change. The only area not reporting any change is extreme southern Ohio. Swamp maple, dogwood, and burning bush are accounting for most of the early color. These trees and bushes are usually the first to show color. Some other color can be seen on diseased or distressed trees. The bulk of the foliage change is yet to come.

Leaf drop is very low to non-existent in much of the region as is expected so early into the foliage season.

This information was provided by Marek D. Rzonca, The Foliage Network. The next report will be released Wednesday, September 19, 2001.