Final Leaf Watch Report for November 2nd, 2022

…diversity from overlooks remain strong. High leaf retention from various oak species, maple, hickory, beech, and sweetgum, continue to provide swaths of color. Areas predominantly composed of poplar have experienced…

Leaf Watch Report for October 26th, 2022

…area. Sourwood and black gum still retain the deep red color they have exhibited throughout the previous weeks. Hickory, beech and birch are also at peak showing color spectrums from…

GFC Leaf Watch: October 23, 2020

…and orange. Sweetgum – Yellow to red to purple Hickory – Excellent golden yellows are becoming more common Estimated percentage of color change from green to date: 50 to 80%…

Leaf Watch Report for October 27th, 2021

…the red patches seen from overlooks and ridges. Hickory and poplar have made the most significant changes over the past week as they are beginning to display a mix of…

Care For Your Community’s Trees

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GFC Leaf Watch: October 30, 2020

…good continuation of color. Hickory have become much more prevalent with golden yellows now common. Understory and roadside sassafras are offering nice yellows, reds, and oranges. Many early-changing birches continue…

Leaf Watch Report for November 4th, 2021

…larger percentage of sweetgum are showing colors ranging from dull red and maroon to yellow and brown. Hickory continues to retain leaves displaying a range of vibrant yellows. Overall, total…