October Glory Maple Tree – Acer rubrum | Brilliant Red Fall Foliage | Live Shade Tree

THE SECOND PICTURE WITH GROUP OF TREES IN POTS, SHOWS HOW TREES ARE AS THEY WILL BE SHIPPED!!

The October Glory Maple (Acer rubrum 'October Glory') is a cultivar of the Red Maple tree known for its brilliant fall foliage and adaptability to various soil types. Here is a description and care guide for the October Glory Maple:

Description:

Foliage: The October Glory Maple features vibrant green leaves in the spring and summer that transition to intense shades of red, orange, or even purple in the fall. The color intensity can vary based on environmental factors.
Size: It typically grows to a height of 40 to 50 feet with a spread of 25 to 35 feet. However, in optimal conditions, it might reach slightly larger sizes.
Shape: Its rounded, symmetrical form makes it an attractive ornamental tree in landscapes.
Bark: The bark is smooth and gray in younger trees, eventually developing furrows and ridges as it matures.

Short Description (Bullets):

• 🍁 Vivid Red Fall Color: Fiery red-orange leaves late into fall
• 🌳 Fast-Growing Shade Tree: Reaches up to 40–50 ft tall
• ❄️ Cold Hardy: Thrives in USDA Zones 4–9
• ☀️ Loves Full Sun: Great for open yards and streetscapes
• 📦 Live Healthy Tree Shipped to You: Carefully packaged & nursery-grown

The October Glory Maple (Acer rubrum 'October Glory') is a customer favorite known for its brilliant red-orange fall foliage that appears later in the season and holds longer than most maples.

With its upright growth and lush green summer canopy, this tree adds year-round interest. It’s a fast grower, providing cooling shade in just a few years — perfect for yards, parks, or streetscapes.

October Glory is cold hardy in USDA Zones 4–9, and performs best in full sun with moist, well-draining soil. Minimal maintenance makes it ideal for beginner gardeners and seasoned landscapers alike.

Plant Care:

• Light: Full Sun
• Water: Moderate (likes consistent moisture)
• Soil: Adaptable; prefers slightly acidic, well-draining soil
• Height: 40–50 ft
• Spread: 25–35 ft
• Zones: 4–9
• Growth Rate: Fast

What You’ll Receive:

• One live October Glory Maple Tree
• Shipped in a nursery pot (size varies by selection)