Acer rubrum ‘October Glory’ Red Maple 300mm pot

Maple October Glory is a striking deciduous tree with brilliant autumn colour, ideal for cool-climate gardens and feature planting.
 
This is a pre-order item and is on track for November collection.
 
** Please note, collection dates can shift a little with the season as trees don't always read the calendar. We will let you know the second yours is ready to collect. We will also keep you posted on how things are progressing along the way. **
 
 
The Maple ‘October Glory’ is a brilliant deciduous tree, prized for its glowing late-season autumn colour. With lush green summer foliage that transforms into fiery red and orange in autumn, it’s a hardy and reliable feature tree for cool climates. 🔥🌳🍂
 
🌱 Size & Pot✔️ 400mm pot – approx. 2.5m tall right now 🌳✔️ Upright young tree with strong central leader for quick establishment
 
☀️ Sun & Soil✔️ Full sun to part shade ☀️🌤️✔️ Thrives in fertile, well-drained soil; tolerates clay and loam✔️ Frost hardy ❄️
 
🍂 Foliage & Seasonal Changes✔️ Spring–summer: glossy green, maple-shaped leaves 🌿✔️ Autumn: intense scarlet-red to orange foliage, lasting later than most maples 🍁🔥✔️ Deciduous - bare winter framework adds structure
 
🌳 Growth Habit & Mature Size✔️ Upright, rounded canopy with strong branching✔️ Grows approx. 12–15m tall × 8–10m wide✔️ Minimal pruning required; allow space for natural shape
 
💡 Special Characteristics✔️ One of the last maples to colour in autumn - extended seasonal display 🌟✔️ Reliable performer in cool climates like Ballarat ❄️✔️ Provides excellent summer shade and dramatic autumn colour✔️ Hardy, low-maintenance, and long-lived
 
🌸 Planting Ideas✔️ Feature tree for lawns, parks, or large gardens✔️ Avenue planting for dramatic autumn avenues 🌳🍂✔️ Pair with Golden Elm or Claret Ash for colour variety✔️ Perfect for woodland, formal, or cottage-style gardens