Britain set for 'explosion of colour' in autumn months

Autumn is known for its stunning display of orange and red hues – but this year the leaves could be more vibrant than ever.

- SHAHEENA UDDIN

Hotter summers have led to trees producing more sugar in their leaves, resulting in more vivid and eye-catching colours, according to experts at Forestry England. As the days grow darker, the lack of sunlight reduces a plant's production of chlorophyll - the chemical responsible for giving leaves a green pigment - which allows the beautiful yellow and orange shades, previously masked by the chlorophyll, to show through.