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Minnesota Extension explains the colors of fall
Original: EXTENSION: The colors of a Minnesota fall
University of Minnesota Extension has published a piece explaining why fall foliage turns such vivid colors across Minnesota. The article describes how shorter days and cooler nights cause chlorophyll to break down, revealing yellows and oranges and producing reds in some species. It is part of the outlet's seasonal nature coverage for readers across southern Minnesota.
Why now: Fall foliage season is underway in Minnesota, prompting interest in why leaves change color.
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- EXTENSION: The colors of a Minnesota fall · Southernminn.com
- EXTENSION: The colors of a Minnesota fall · Southernminn.com
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