Gerald L. Klingaman
Family
Aceraceae
Botanical Name
Acer rubrum 'Pni 0268'(OCTOBER GLORY™)
Plant Common Name
Northern Red Maple, Red Maple
General Description
What a punch of color this tree offers in autumn! The high performing ‘October Glory’ has a rounded to oval-shaped canopy when mature. It was first introduced in the early 1960s and was once patented under the number PP2116.
This tall, deciduous tree produces tiny clusters of red-hued flowers along its branches in spring. These mature into red helicopter-like fruits called samaras. From spring to summer 'October Glory' offers glossy rich green leaves, which turn to vivid shades of orange-red in fall.
North American in origin, 'October Glory' is adapted to a wide range of soil types and topographies, including wet sites. Acid soil tends to intensify the red fall foliage color. Red maple grows best in locations with full to partial sun. It is widely planted, and makes a great shade tree or street tree for urban settings. Since this species is known for having dense surface roots, avoid planting too closely to sidewalks.
'October Glory' is less hardy than many red maples and does not fare well far north.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
9 - 1
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USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 9
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Sunset Zone
A2, A3, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17
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Plant Type
Tree
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
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Height
40'-50' / 12.2m - 15.2m
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Width
30'-40' / 9.1m - 12.2m
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Bloom Time
Early Spring, Late Winter
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Native To
North America
Growing Conditions
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Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
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Soil Drainage
Well Drained
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Soil type
Clay, Loam, Sand
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Tolerances
Wet Site, Soil Compaction
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Growth Rate
Medium
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Water Requirements
Drought Tolerant, Average Water, Ample Water
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Habit
Oval/Rounded
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Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Ornamental Features
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Flower Interest
Showy
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Flower Color
Red
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Fruit Color
Red, Tan
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Foliage Color (Spring)
Green, Dark Green
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Foliage Color (Summer)
Green, Dark Green
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Foliage Color (Fall)
Orange Red
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Bark Color
Sandy Brown, Gray
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Fragrant Flowers
No
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Fragrant Fruit
No
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Fragrant Foliage
No
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Bark or Stem Fragrant
No
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Flower Petal Number
Single
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Repeat Bloomer
No
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Showy Fruit
No
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Edible Fruit
No
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Showy Foliage
Yes
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Foliage Texture
Medium
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Foliage Sheen
Glossy
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Evergreen
No
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Showy Bark
No
