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How to Grow October Glory Red Maple

Acer rubrum 'October Glory'

Your complete guide to growing October Glory Red Maple.

☀SunFull sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
💧WaterModerate — regular watering
🗺Zones2–9
📏Height40-120 feet
October Glory Red Maple📷 Wikimedia Commons

When to Plant October Glory Red Maple

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Companion Plants for October Glory Red Maple

✓ Good companions

Astilbe

Enjoys dappled shade and consistent moisture from maple's root zone

Azalea

Both prefer acidic soil and partial shade, complementary spring blooms

Caladium

Colorful shade-loving annual that complements maple's fall colors

Coral Bells

Shallow roots don't compete with maple, adds colorful foliage contrast

Ferns

Natural woodland companions that appreciate shade and leaf mulch

Hosta

Thrives in partial shade created by maple canopy, complementary foliage textures

Japanese Painted Fern

Silvery foliage provides contrast, thrives in maple's filtered light

Wild Ginger

Native groundcover that thrives under maple canopy, prevents soil erosion

✗ Keep away from

Black Walnut

Produces juglone toxin that can damage maple roots and inhibit growth

Large Conifers

Compete for water and nutrients, create overly dense shade

Turf Grass

Competes aggressively for surface water and nutrients with shallow maple roots

Notes from the garden

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