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Why Leaves Fall and Other Autumn Foliage Secrets Revealed

Some qualities of nature that amaze during childhood become less wonderful over time, but the splendor of autumn seems to inspire even more wonder with age. So, is this brilliant display of beauty just Mother Nature's fall fashion show, or is there a method to the magic Arborists at SavATree (savatree.com (http://www.savatree.com/certified-arborists.html) David Horvath, "but the leaf tissues are very tender. Trees must seal them off before going dormant in order to ensure their survival through the winter." As leaf veins transfer nutrients to the trunk and roots, a special corky separation layer of cells gradually forms where the leaf stem is attached to the tree, and it begins to sever the attachment. When food production ends, the tree seals off the cut. Without that connection for support, wind and gravity drop the leaves away from the tree. Once on the ground, leaves decompose, restock the soil with nutrients, and help make up the spongy layer of soil that absorbs and holds rainwater. Horvath adds, "Fall is also an opportunity for homeowners to monitor obvious tree health indicators and seek help if needed. Early color and premature leaf drop are signs of stress and may be symptoms of tree disease (http://www.savatree.com/tree-pruning.html), tree fertilizer, insect control treatments, tree disease diagnosis, organic lawn care, green program options and more. SavATree is headquartered in Bedford Hills, NY with 18 branch offices servicing homeowners, businesses, institutions and historic properties in CT, DC, MA, MD, NJ, NY, PA and VA. For more information, please contact 914-864-3160 or visit savatree.com (

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