But in sandy soil, it will require extra watering.
Do not grow it in alkaline soil if you want red fall color.
Instead, you will get pale yellow leaves.
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Water
October Glory maple prefers evenly moist soil.
But it will grow better with good drainage over the long term.
Temperature and Humidity
This tree is valued for its cold hardiness.
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It tolerates the heat and humidity of the South and may perform reasonably well in zone 8.
While it can survive in zone 9, there are better choices there.
Even after that, maple trees generally do not require much fertilizing.
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Make your pruning cut just outside the branch collar to help the tree close its wound.
But avoid piling the mulch up against the trunk, which would invite damage from pests such asvoles.
In late fall, prune off any dead, damaged, or diseased branches.
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Common Pests & Plant Diseases
October Glory maple tree stays relatively free of pest and disease issues.
Remove affected branches when you find them so that the disease does not spread.
When you inspect the leaves, check the undersides for these brownish, scabby pests.
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Common Problems With October Glory Maple
This tree is relatively low-maintenance.
Wounds to the bark can allow pathogens to enter and lead to disease issues.
Protect the bark with a tree guard.
It may perform poorly if grown as a street tree in such areas.
This plant is one of thebest picks as a fall foliage specimen.
This tree is a good choice if you could’t wait decades for curb appeal orshade in your yard.
Expect this tree to grow from 1 to 2 feet taller a year.
Acer rubrum ‘October Glory’.Missouri Botanical Garden.
