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October Glory Red Maple

Acer Rubrum 'October Glory'

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Overview

The October Glory Red Maple (Acer rubrum 'October Glory') is a deciduous cultivar renowned for its radiant fall coloration, showcasing vibrant shades of red and orange. Mature specimens reach up to 40-50 feet in height with a 25-35 foot spread. Preferring full sun, it boasts a rounded to oval crown and produces red flowers and winged samaras. Adaptable to various soils, it offers year-round interest, particularly in USDA zones 4-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater High, Low, MediumZones 3–10Climate Temperate
October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — showcasing vibrant shades of red and orange
October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — Mature specimens reach up to 40-50 feet in height with a 25-35 foot spreadOctober Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — Preferring full sun, it boasts a rounded to oval crown and produces red flowers and winged samarasOctober Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — Adaptable to various soils, it offers year-round interest, particularly in USDA zones 4-9October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — is a captivating cultivar celebrated for its stunning fireworks of fall color and robust growthOctober Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — Serving as an ornamental focal pointOctober Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — this deciduous tree matures to an impressive height of 40 to 50 feet with a canopy spread of 30 to 40+4

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
High, Low, Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Mature height
40–50 Ft.
Mature width
30–40 Ft.

Classification

Family
Sapindaceae
Climate
Temperate

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October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — showcasing vibrant shades of red and orange
October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — Mature specimens reach up to 40-50 feet in height with a 25-35 foot spread
October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — Preferring full sun, it boasts a rounded to oval crown and produces red flowers and winged samaras
October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — Adaptable to various soils, it offers year-round interest, particularly in USDA zones 4-9
October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — is a captivating cultivar celebrated for its stunning fireworks of fall color and robust growth
October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — Serving as an ornamental focal point
October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — this deciduous tree matures to an impressive height of 40 to 50 feet with a canopy spread of 30 to 40
October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — casting a generous shade under its rounded to oval crown.<br><br>Ideal for USDA Hardiness Zones 4
October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — October Glory thrives under a wide range of soil types
October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — though it prefers slightly acidic to neutral
October Glory Red Maple (Acer Rubrum 'October Glory') — It exhibits a medium growth rate

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