It is a Silver Maple. They are notorious for becoming HUGE. and have VERY extensive-invasive, root systems. They are also a soft wood and break easily in storms. You do not want these anywhere near your house. They are popular because 1. big box stores promote them. 2. they grow very fast 3. they have pretty fall color and leaf out early in the spring. Big box stores promote them because they grow fast (make money) They grow fast because the roots are aggressive. They are pretty because they are maples! But there are better pretty things to plant.
