Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree

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Size: 30cm/33cm

30cm/33cm

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Current Stock Height Guides

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 6m - 8m

Mature Width: 4m - 6m

Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree is expected to grow 40cm - 80cm per year under suitable conditions.

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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Uses in my Garden

Street Tree
Avenue Planting

Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.

Is Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree Evergreen or Deciduous?

Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 6m - 8m

Mature Width: 4m - 6m

Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree is expected to grow 40cm - 80cm per year under suitable conditions.

Growth Rate of Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree

Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree is expected to grow 40cm - 80cm per year under suitable conditions.

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree

Is Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree frost tolerant?

Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree Flower?

Brachychiton × acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ produces masses of vibrant scarlet-red bell-shaped flowers during late spring and summer on mature trees. The blooms create a spectacular seasonal display against the foliage, bringing brilliant colour and strong ornamental impact to gardens and streetscapes.

Does Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring
Summer

Flower Type:

Bell-shaped

Flower Colour:

Red

Is Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree an Australian Native Tree?

Yes

Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree is Native to Australian hybrid selection derived from Brachychiton acerifolius and related Brachychiton breeding lines.

What is the Wildlife Value of Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree ?

Its nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators throughout the flowering season, supporting biodiversity within native and ornamental landscapes. The branching canopy also provides valuable shelter and habitat for small birds and beneficial insects throughout the year.

How much Sunlight does Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree need?

Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Brachychiton × acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy soils with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. It will also tolerate poorer soils and a range of general garden conditions provided drainage remains reliable. Avoid persistently wet or heavily compacted conditions unless significantly improved, as excess moisture can reduce root health and overall vigour. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the tree matures.

Is Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree Drought Tolerant?

Is Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it benefits from regular watering to establish a healthy root system, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, ‘Little Illawarra’ shows excellent drought tolerance and performs reliably through extended dry periods with minimal supplementary watering.

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How To Plant Your Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree is expected to grow 40cm - 80cm per year under suitable conditions.

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, reduce to once weekly in dry periods. Mulch helps maintain consistent moisture.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Light tip prune in late winter to maintain shape if used as hedging or screening. For a clear trunk feature, remove lower branches as the tree grows.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release native blend in early spring and again in autumn. Avoid high-phosphorus formulations as a precaution.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional scale or caterpillar inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Brachychiton x acerifolius ‘Little Illawarra’ – Little Illawarra Flame Tree in Different Soil

Brachychiton x performs best in well-drained sandy loam or loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How large does Little Illawarra grow?
A: It typically reaches 6 to 8 metres tall, making it significantly smaller than the traditional Illawarra Flame Tree.

Q: Does it produce the same red flowers as the standard Flame Tree?
A: Yes, it produces the same spectacular scarlet-red flowering display on a more compact tree.

Q: Is it drought tolerant?
A: Yes, once established it performs very well with minimal supplementary watering.

Q: Is it suitable for suburban gardens?
A: Yes, its compact size makes it ideal for residential landscapes where larger Flame Trees would be unsuitable.

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