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Acer rubrum ‘October Glory’ - Acer rubrum ‘October Glory’
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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sizes shown are confirmed available stock. If you require larger specimen, project quantities or specific sizes not listed, our sourcing team can locate additional stock through our national supplier network.
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Product Details
Overview & Specifications
Acer rubrum 'October Glory'
Few deciduous trees command a landscape with the authority of 'October Glory'. Its deep crimson foliage, holding later into autumn than most maples, delivers a seasonal spectacle that reads powerfully across large properties and prestige streetscapes alike.
Why October Glory Maple
Extended autumn colour: Deep crimson-red foliage that persists well into late autumn, outlasting comparable maple cultivars.
Broad canopy development: Matures into a substantial shade canopy with a strong, symmetrical form requiring minimal structural intervention.
Year-round presence: Fresh spring emergence, dense summer shade, and fiery autumn colour ensure continuous landscape value across seasons.
Consistent performance: Reliable colour output and structural integrity year after year in suitable temperate climates.
Advanced specimens available: Supplied at maturity for immediate visual impact, without the wait of establishing from a young tree.
Ideal Applications
Prestige feature planting: A single specimen commands attention as a focal point in formal or contemporary landscapes.
Avenue and driveway planting: Sequential rows deliver striking uniformity and dramatic seasonal colour across entries and allées.
Large-scale shade provision: The broad canopy is well suited to open lawns, courtyards, and estate grounds requiring functional overhead cover.
Parks and civic landscapes: Performs with consistency and scale in expansive public or commercial projects demanding year-round structure.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 8–12m
Planting Season: Autumn to early winter
Soil & Drainage: Moist, well-drained to moderately wet acidic soil; tolerates clay but avoid alkaline conditions
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first two to three years to establish a strong root system, particularly during dry periods. Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and maintain cool root temperatures.
Plant Details
Height: 12–18m
Width: 8–12m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: Eastern North America
Flower Colour: Red
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Every order is wrapped, secured and palletised for delivery. Freight starts from $199.95 and is structured so larger orders receive better delivery value.
- Delivery is calculated by order value, with clear freight tiers shown before payment.
- Delivery estimated at 5-8 business days.
Freight Pricing
Freight table
Nursery Direct uses specialist nursery freight for advanced trees, palms and landscape stock. Freight is calculated using clear order-value tiers so customers can review delivery costs before completing their order.
| Order value | Freight |
|---|---|
| $0.01 to $1,000.01 | $199.95 |
| $1,000.02 to $1,400.01 | $249.95 |
| $1,400.02 to $1,650.01 | $299.95 |
| $1,650.02 to $1,950.01 | $349.95 |
| $1,950.02 to $2,250.01 | $399.95 |
| $2,250.02 to $2,500.01 | $449.95 |
| $2,500.02 to $2,750.01 | $499.95 |
| $2,750.02 to $3,000.01 | $549.95 |
| $3,000.02 to $3,350.01 | $599.95 |
| $3,350.02 to $3,650.01 | $649.95 |
| $3,650.02 to $3,850.01 | $699.95 |
| $3,850.02 to $4,150.01 | $749.95 |
| $4,150.02 to $4,450.01 | $799.95 |
| $4,450.02 to $4,750.01 | $849.95 |
| $4,750.02 to $5,000.01 | $899.95 |
| $5,000.02 to $5,250.01 | $949.95 |
| $5,250.02 to $5,550.01 | $999.95 |
| $5,550.02 to $5,850.01 | $1,049.95 |
| $5,850.02 to $6,100.01 | $1,099.95 |
| $6,100.02 to $6,350.01 | $1,149.95 |
| $6,350.02 to $6,650.01 | $1,199.95 |
| $6,650.02 to $6,950.01 | $1,249.95 |
| $6,950.02 to $7,250.01 | $1,299.95 |
| $7,250.02 to $7,500.01 | $1,349.95 |
| $7,500.02 to $7,750.01 | $1,399.95 |
| $7,750.02 to $8,000.01 | $1,449.95 |
| $8,000.02 to $8,350.01 | $1,499.95 |
| $8,350.02 to $8,650.01 | $1,549.95 |
| $8,650.02 to $8,850.01 | $1,599.95 |
| $8,850.02 to $9,150.01 | $1,649.95 |
| $9,150.02 to $9,450.01 | $1,699.95 |
| $9,450.02 to $9,750.01 | $1,749.95 |
| $9,750.02 and above | $1,799.95 |
For difficult access, oversized specimen stock, crane or machinery requirements, remote areas or commercial projects, please request project pricing before purchasing so our team can confirm the most appropriate freight method.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
