What kind of tree to plant? (Marlton, Franklin: 2013, neighborhood, university)

[RobertCalifornia]

I'm in Marlton, and live on a corner lot that gets plenty of sunshine. I'd like to put a tree on my lawn.

I've been told September is the best month to plant. Can someone confirm? Also, any ideas about what kind of tree? I like those red/purple Japanese maples, I'd also consider a pear tree as long as it doesn't grow actual pears. Have cherry blossoms in backyard, don't want another bc the roots run all over the yard.

Any advice is appreciated.

[Gerania]

Late summer, early fall is an ideal time to plant trees and shrubs. You won't lose them to heat stress, and they'll have time to grow roots before the ground freezes.

Don't plant a Bradford Pear.
Bradford Pear: A Mixed Blessing in the Landscape

I'm partial to Dogwood trees, but they are quite wide in maturity.
Why Use Improved Hybrid Dogwood Trees?: Rutgers Licensing and Technology: Agricultural Products

I'd plant a Ben Franklin Tree.
Ben Franklin Tree-- Franklinia alatamaha - Plant Palette - University of Illinois Extension serving Dewitt, Macon and Piatt Counties
It'll never get too tall. They flower late season. You'll be the only person in your neighborhood who has one.

I found a nice single trunk at RareFind Nursery in Jackson.

You live at the edge of the Pine Barrens. Your planting zone is 6a or 7 and your soil is probably acidic.

You might want to also post this in the Garden Forum.

[sj08054]

Ditto on the Bradford pear. They are nice but are a nightmare to maintain once they age. My neighborhood is full of them and while they are nice in the summer, they drop like flies. I lost one in my front property and neighbor had lost both of his. Big storms are a big concern in the neighborhood as branches do split. Luckily, we have underground electrical wires.

Japanese Maple are nice. Just make sure you have the right soil. Stay away from the lacie leaves as they may not be able to take the full sun. I have the green and red ones and they are very slow grower.

Visit a few of your local nursery and as for some recommendations.