Thinking beyond the maple – Plant these trees for spectacular fall color

By Rachel Coale Michigan Department of Natural Resources,  Forest Resources Division MICHIGAN DNR – The iconic sugar maple is the king of fall, with its glowing yellow-orange hues and wide leaves that flutter in the breeze. In Michigan, maples often make up 50% of trees planted in urban areas. They’re also common on the natural landscape and include varieties such as red, black, silver,…