Acer rubrum 'October Glory'

• Avenue Planting
• Street Tree
• Shade Tree
• Feature Tree
• Council or Civic Landscapes

Acer rubrum 'October Glory' works in an:

• Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
• Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
• Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Acer rubrum 'October Glory' is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height: 12 m – 15 m

Mature Width: 9 m – 12 m

Acer rubrum 'October Glory' is expected to grow 45 – 75 cm per year (moderate to fast).

Acer rubrum 'October Glory' is expected to grow 45 – 75 cm per year (moderate to fast).

They are considered to have a:

• Fast Growth Rate

Is Acer rubrum 'October Glory' frost tolerant?

Acer rubrum 'October Glory' is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

• Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
• Sydney & Central Coast
• South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
• Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
• Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
• Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
• Adelaide Metro & Coastal
• Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Acer rubrum ‘October Glory’ produces small clusters of red spring flowers before the new leaves emerge. While subtle, these early-season blooms offer pollen for beneficial insects and signal the start of its strong seasonal growth.

Does Acer rubrum 'October Glory' flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Spring

Flower Type:

• Clustered

Flower Colour:

Red

No

Acer rubrum 'October Glory' is Native to Native to North America, where Acer rubrum grows in forests, wetlands, and river valleys. ‘October Glory’ is a selected cultivar bred for its extended autumn display and vigorous growth.

Its broad canopy provides valuable shade and shelter for small birds, while its early blooms support native bees, hoverflies and other beneficial insects. The tree also helps create a cooler, more stable micro-habitat that boosts garden biodiversity.

Acer rubrum 'October Glory' will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Acer rubrum ‘October Glory’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions for optimal autumn colour. It may struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained positions unless improved with organic matter to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then water deeply and occasionally as the tree matures, particularly during hot or dry weather, to support its vigorous growth and seasonal display.

Is Acer rubrum 'October Glory' Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires consistent watering, but once established Acer rubrum ‘October Glory’ develops moderate drought tolerance. It performs best with occasional deep watering during extended dry periods, which helps maintain leaf quality and enhances its vibrant late-autumn colour.