Maple Trees- great for sap collection (MAPLE SYRUP!), summer shade and fall color.
Silver Maple – fast growing but soft wood and many seeds
Sugar Maple- soil sensitive but the best fall color
Red Maple- nice hardwood but slower growing
Norway Maple- great dense shade
There are many cross breeds available (think Autumn Blaze). Check with a landscape or tree professional to pick the right variety for your yard.
Maple Syrup time- early March
