Key Characteristics
• Mature Size: 40–50 ft tall | 30–35 ft wide
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Form: Broad oval to rounded
• Fall Color: Deep red, late season
• Lifespan: 40–60+ years with proper care
Planting & Care Considerations
• Full sun for best color and canopy development
• Requires adequate space for mature width
• Consistent deep watering critical in alkaline soils
• Mulch and early structural pruning recommended
Why October Glory Maple Works on the Front Range
• Reliable, late-season red fall color
• Better heat tolerance than many red maples
• Strong central leader when properly trained
• Performs well in lawns and larger residential landscapes
Common Problems
• Iron chlorosis in high-pH soils
• Leaf scorch during prolonged heat and drought
• Decline if irrigation is shallow or inconsistent
Best Use Scenarios
• Medium to large residential yards
• Backyards needing dependable shade
• Landscapes where late fall color is desired
Great Western Tree Care
Larkspur, CO Location
Mon - Fri: 8a to 5p
9575 Spruce Mountain Rd
Larkspur, CO 80118
(720) 535-8769
Aurora, CO Location
Mon - Fri: 8a to 5p
10730 E Bethany Dr
Aurora, CO 80014
(303) 913-7749