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October Glory® Red Maple
Acer rubrum 'PNI 0268'
Pronunciation: AY-ser RU-brum
SKU #00096
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate to fast growing; reaches 40 to 50 ft. tall, 30 to 40 ft. wide.
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| Description | Outstanding, reliable, bright orange to deep, reddish purple fall color - even in warmer climates. A tall form with a dense, rounded crown and large, medium green leaves in spring and summer. Foliage is held on the tree later into fall than with most cultivars. A superb choice as a high profile shade tree for larger landscapes. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Very Wet Areas, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Spruce (Picea); Viburnum (Viburnum); Oak (Quercus); Maidenhair (Ginkgo); Beech (Fagus) |
| Care Instructions | Provide slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Best color in full sun, but tolerates light shade. Water deeply and regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; prefers regular moisture but tolerates drier soils. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. |
Details
| Description | Outstanding, reliable, bright orange to deep, reddish purple fall color - even in warmer climates. A tall form with a dense, rounded crown and large, medium green leaves in spring and summer. Foliage is held on the tree later into fall than with most cultivars. A superb choice as a high profile shade tree for larger landscapes. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Very Wet Areas, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Flower Color | Red |
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| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Red |
| Companion Plants | Spruce (Picea); Viburnum (Viburnum); Oak (Quercus); Maidenhair (Ginkgo); Beech (Fagus) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Best color in full sun, but tolerates light shade. Water deeply and regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; prefers regular moisture but tolerates drier soils. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does October Glory® Red Maple produce flowers?
Early spring
Is October Glory® Red Maple evergreen or deciduous?
October Glory® Red Maple is Deciduous.
What are the special features of October Glory® Red Maple?
October Glory® Red Maple is Fall Color, Benefits Birds.
Is October Glory® Red Maple resistant to pests or animals?
Very Wet Areas, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does October Glory® Red Maple grow?
October Glory® Red Maple has a Fast growth rate.
What is the growth habit of October Glory® Red Maple?
October Glory® Red Maple grows in an Rounded habit.
What color are October Glory® Red Maple flowers?
October Glory® Red Maple produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of October Glory® Red Maple?
October Glory® Red Maple has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with October Glory® Red Maple?
Good companion plants for October Glory® Red Maple include: Spruce (Picea); Viburnum (Viburnum); Oak (Quercus); Maidenhair (Ginkgo); Beech (Fagus).
How do I care for October Glory® Red Maple?
Provide slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Best color in full sun, but tolerates light shade. Water deeply and regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; prefers regular moisture but tolerates drier soils. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.