Why Do Trees Lose Their Leaves?

Trees lose their leaves to save energy during the cold winter. In the fall, they stop using some of their leaves and let them go. It’s like taking off a coat when it gets chilly outside, it makes life easier for the tree inside.

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A maple tree lets go of its leaves when the weather gets cold.
A birch tree turns yellow before falling off during autumn.
After a long winter, trees get ready for spring by losing their old leaves.

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