Ask 10 people in and around Maryland to name their favorite places to enjoy autumn’s fiery foliage, and more than likely there will be 10 different answers. Oak trees, elm, maple and hickory among others produce leaves in vivid shades of red, yellow, gold, brown and — did someone say — purple?

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