Due to unfavorable weather conditions, most areas in Ohio have yet to see vibrant fall foliage.
In a typical year, it usually takes about three weeks for fall color to reach the whole state, starting from the north and progressing to the south.
But this year, Ohio’s warm temperatures and cloudy, rainy weather have stunted the development of fall color throughout the state, according to the latest update by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Only a few areas are experiencing near peak conditions, while the rest of Ohio - including southern parts of the state - is still seeing patchy colors.
Greater Cincinnati's peak in fall foliage was predicted to be around Oct. 25 and will be past peak by the beginning of November.
“In general, the weather across the state has not been ideal for vibrant fall color development,” said David Parrott, the department’s fall color forester, in a blog post. “However, some places are still on track to have a good display of yellows, oranges and reds in the coming weeks.”
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ODNR fall color map points the way to best destinations
The Department of Natural Resources has developed a fall color progress map for those looking for outdoor opportunities to track foliage development.
Parrott previously recommended Shawnee State Forest, Zaleski State Forest, Burr Oak State Park, Hocking State Forest and Hocking Hills State Park as the best destinations to check out the fall foliage.
An ideal time to take on invasive species
In the update, Parrott also reminds residents to take the time to deal with invasive species, as they are easier to identify during the fall season. For example, bush honeysuckle tends to stay green after native species lose their leaves. Tree-of-heaven and paulownia trees are another two invasive species that are easier to treat in autumn and winter.
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