October 3, 2001
Much of northern New England and northern New York are now approaching the height of the foliage season with numerous reports of high and peak color. The remaining areas in the Northeast are reporting mostly low to moderate color. Coastal Connecticut, Long Island, southern New Jersey, and a small area of southern Pennsylvania are still reporting very low color however. Having driven through much of the Adirondacks in northern New York and portions of southern Vermont, the foliage appears to have a rust-like tinge. These very rich colors are providing a wonderful contrast against the trees that have yet to change, as well as the evergreens. The deeper colors may be attributed to the below normal rainfall experienced throughout much of the Northeast this past spring and summer. In early September, many prognosticators set forth their sub-par outlook for the 2001 foliage season. However, this season is only proving that no matter how unfavorable the weather, the foliage will always provide us with a beautiful and colorful show. Every foliage season seems to have its own personality, which only adds to the excitement and anticipation that builds every September.

Leaf drop has increased in the areas reporting high and peak color, where the levels have reached a moderate amount. All other areas are still reporting low to very low leaf drop.

This information provided by Marek D. Rzonca, The Foliage Network. The next report will be released Saturday, October 6, 2001.

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