October Glory Red Maple Tree – 4–6 Ft Tall Live Tree | Brilliant Red Fall Color | Fast Growing Shade Tree | Hardy Landscape Maple | Includes Rooted Live Plant

Enhance your landscape with the spectacular beauty of the October Glory Red Maple Tree. This popular maple variety is prized for its glossy dark green foliage that transforms into brilliant shades of radiant red and orange in late fall, often holding its vibrant color for weeks. With its attractive rounded canopy, strong growth habit, and outstanding seasonal interest, October Glory is an excellent choice for yards, parks, driveways, and large landscape plantings.

Originally introduced by Princeton Nursery in 1961, this adaptable shade tree thrives in a wide range of soil conditions and attracts wildlife with its red-winged seeds. Its beautiful spring blooms, lush summer foliage, and exceptional autumn display make it one of the most sought-after ornamental shade trees. You will receive a healthy live tree similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live October Glory Red Maple Tree
✔️ Height: approximately 4–6 feet tall
✔️ Healthy, rooted tree
✔️ Carefully packaged for safe shipping
✔️ Ready for planting in the landscape

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: October Glory Red Maple
Botanical Name: Acer rubrum 'October Glory'
Plant Type: Deciduous shade tree
Growth Stage: Young established tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade (minimum 4 hours direct sunlight daily)
Soil: Acidic, rich, moist, sandy, loamy, clay, or well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil moist while establishing
Mature Height: 40–50 feet
Growth Rate: Medium to fast (13–24+ inches per year)
USDA Zones: 4–9
Container Friendly: No

💡 Care Tip: Plant in a location with adequate space for its mature canopy. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Apply mulch around the base to conserve moisture and fertilize in early spring before new growth emerges.