Trees, Shrubs and Conifers: Variegated Norway Maple, 1 by Maackia

Maackia wrote:
I know you two banter back and forth about this in good fun, I just felt like a dope since Guy had explained this to me within the last 2-3 months. Oh well, I can barely remember my appointments from yesterday.

Regarding your need for a small tree, I'm sure you know the comments will be that keeping a tree at 10' with limited spread is not too likely. My BIL has Korean Lilac on a standard near their home entrance that looks good and smells great. Certainly not everyone's cup of tea, but works in the right spot. I've got a Viburnum prunifolium worked into a little tree that is kind of neat. Plus, it passes the native son test. Might get too big for your limitations, though . I'm sure others will have plenty of ideas for you.