The Science Behind the Start of Fall
Did you know the autumnal equinox marks the start of fall in the northern hemisphere and spring in the southern hemisphere?
On the equinox, the sun crosses the celestial equator and day and night are equal in length. In the southern hemisphere, the fall equinox marks the beginning of spring. When I went to southern Africa a couple of years ago, people asked if it was hot. Nope! It was winter there.
Why Leaves Change Color
Did you know that leaves change colors in the fall because of decreasing amounts of a pigment called chlorophyll?
Chlorophyll, which converts air and water into food for plants, gives leaves their bright green color. The colder fall temperatures decrease chlorophyll production which causes the green to fade.
Pumpkin Power — Nature's Heavyweights
Did you know that pumpkins can grow to be over 1,000 pounds?
These gigantic gourds are so heavy they sometimes collapse under their own weight! Growing large pumpkins has almost become a sport and there are thousands of videos online dedicated to tips for growing a good one.
Boise Shines Bright in the Fall
Although summer in Boise is awesome, fall is even better. We’re enjoying the sunny days and crisp nights!
Warmly,
Jill & Team
P.S. Do you know someone who has fallen — see what we did there — in love with a new home? Call us at (208) 327-2127 and we can help them ‘leaf’ their old one behind!
