Red Maple October Glory

Acer rubrum October Glory is one of the most favoured Red Maples, largely planted to enjoy its fantastic autumn displays. When it emerges in spring, the foliage is characteristically lobed and bright green, turning to a vivid display of burgundy, red, and orange, which is often retained on the tree from October through November.

Acer rubrum October Glory is a patented variety named in the US in 1961 and introduced by the now closed Princeton Nursery. It is a female clone that produces a medium-sized tree with an oval crown at maturity.

This Red Maple will tolerate most soil conditions; however, like other Acer rubrum types, it generally prefers soil containing the trace nutrient Manganese.

This tree is a must-have for planting schemes that aim for the wow factor in autumn. Few other specimens can rival the display of this American beauty.

Mature height: 7-12m

Barcham produces several other cultivars of the Red Maple (Acer rubrum), including Bowhall, Red Sunset, and Scanlon.

Common names

Red Maple October Glory

Height of tree

7-12m

Soil type

Well drained, Acidic

Shape

Oval

Foliage Colour

Green

Looks good in

Autumn

Location

Garden, Parkland

Genus

Acer

Autumn Colour

Yes