Arboretum Fall Color

A Guide to Fall Colors

Color abounds at the UT Arboretum during the fall season. Use this handy guide for identifying trees by the color and shape of foliage, for explanations of the chemistry of foliage color, and for the best times to observe fall colors through the link to the Tennessee regional color guide. A click on the items listed at right will help you enjoy the colorful fall season.

What tree is that?

The Chemistry of Fall Color

The Physics of Fall Color

The Geometry of Fall Color

The Weather and Fall Color

Links

State Fall Color Site

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