The beautiful October Glory Maple or Acer rubrum 'October Glory' grows rapidly into an attractive oval shape and is a vibrant Red Maple which is a native to Tennessee. When established and secure the October Glory is a very fast grower putting on over 3 feet per year. Care Requires minimal attention in order to flourish. Grows well in zones 4-9. Growth Habit At maturity, the October Glory reaches between 40 to 50 feet in height with a 25 to 30 feet spread. In the spring and summer, the leaves have a luminous medium to dark green color. You will even see tiny, yet showy red flowers appear in the spring. In late fall, when the trees around them are shedding and preparing for winter, the October Glory Maple shines. A stunning reddish color appears that will brighten up your yard.