Wofford Arboretum Central Campus

Tree Details Hardiness zone: 3 – 9 Height: 40 – 50 Spread: 25-35 Habit: Spreading and symmetrical with narrow head and ascending branches; oval-rounded outline Light: Best in sun or partial shade Soil: Moist, well-drained soil preferable Flowers: red Fruit: often reddish, maturing to brown, winged fruit Landscape use: Great shade tree of excellent habit and beautiful color; superior to other soft maples; plant in groups for best effect History: Native range of red maple is Newfoundland to Florida, west to Minnesota, Oklahoma, and Texas; introduced 1860; ‘October Glory’ introduced by Princeton nursery Pests\Problems: None Significant Features: Intense orange to red fall color which can last into mid-November; long lived; rapid growth rate