Characteristics:

• Size: Grows to 40–50 ft tall and 25–35 ft wide
• Shape: Rounded or oval
• Flowers: Small, red flowers bloom in March
• Fall color: Bright red to orange leaves that last for weeks
• Fruit: Red-tinged seeds with wings that attract birds
• Soil: Prefers moist, acidic, well-drained soil, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types
• Sun: Can grow in full sun to part shade
• Water: Needs medium to wet watering, especially when young
• Hardiness zones: USDA zones 4–9
• Uses: Can be used as a shade tree, street tree, lawn tree, or park tree

Acer rubrum 'October Glory'