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October Glory Red Maple
Acer rubrum 'October Glory'
Red Maple
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Deciduous, rounded to broadly oval tree with green foliage through the growing season. Fall color is orange to red to deep reddish purple. In Utah, Red Maples can be a great choice for high elevation areas (Park City, Logan, or the benches along the Wasatch Front). However, they do not tolerate alkaline soil or Utah Lake secondary water.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Low maintenance.
- Good fall color.
Quick answers
How big does October Glory Red Maple get?
About 40' tall and 35' wide at maturity.
How much sun does October Glory Red Maple need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does October Glory Red Maple need?
Moderate water use.
Will October Glory Red Maple grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy October Glory Red Maple in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy October Glory Red Maple wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.