Across
- 8. Once Chlorophyll production stops in leaves this substace gives the leaves their yellow, red and brown hues
- 9. This flower originated in China over 3,000 years ago and was prized for its beauty and purported medicinal benefits
- 10. This popular candy was originally called chicken feed to help market it to children in rural communities
- 11. While this fruit is widely popular in the U.S. today, every single tree in North America had to come from overseas
- 12. In mythology, this goddess' disapearence triggers the start of fall
- 13. This popular sport was used to boost morale during World War II
- 14. at one point, the date of this holiday was moved to help bolster the economy during The Great Depression
Down
- 1. The full moon that occurs nearest to the autumnal equinox and is known historically for aiding farmers
- 2. This well-known game was originally used to determine "future couplings' in 14th century U.K.
- 3. McCormick and company introduced this spice blend in 1934 but its use can be traced back to cookbooks as early as 1798
- 4. This annual festival has only been cancelled 26 times within its 200+ year history
- 5. These insects are known for completing one of the longest insect migrations on Earth every fall
- 6. A popular fall staple that is technically a fruit
- 7. This family attraction was first created in Annville, Pennsylvania, in 1993
