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Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange'

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Size: 30cm/33cm

30cm/33cm 40cm/45L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 1.3m – 1.5m Approx.

Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m to 4m

Mature Width: 3m to 5m

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm.

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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About Your New Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange'

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' is a grafted dwarf flowering gum with a compact rounded canopy of broad glossy green leaves. Through summer it carries dense clusters of vivid orange to orange red flowers across the top of the canopy, followed by the woody gumnuts typical of the species.

It needs full sun and free draining soil, and it will not tolerate wet or heavy ground for long. Established trees handle drought and light to moderate frost. Warm temperate and Mediterranean climates suit it best, and in humid subtropical areas the grafted rootstock helps although airflow still matters. Maintenance is low.

At around 3 to 5 metres it works as a feature tree in a small garden, a street tree under power lines, a car park or civic planting, or a specimen in a large pot. Grafting means the flower colour and the mature size are known before you plant, which matters on a specified job.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Baby Orange Flowering Gum

What is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange'?

It is a grafted dwarf form of the Western Australian flowering gum, selected for orange to orange red flowers and a small controlled canopy. Because it is grafted rather than grown from seed, every plant flowers in the same colour and reaches a predictable size, which seedling grown flowering gums do not reliably do.

How big does 'Baby Orange' grow?

It reaches around 3 to 5 metres tall with a canopy spread of roughly 2 to 3 metres, a fraction of a seedling Corymbia ficifolia. That size suits small gardens, narrow verges and planting beneath power lines. Height comes from the graft rather than pruning, so it will not outgrow the space it was chosen for.

When does it flower?

The main flowering is over summer, generally December through February, with the display lasting several weeks. Flowers are carried in dense clusters at the ends of the branches where they are easy to see, and they draw honeyeaters, lorikeets and bees. Woody gumnuts follow and can be left on or cut off after flowering.

Why is it grafted?

Seed grown flowering gums vary widely in flower colour, size and vigour, and many struggle outside Western Australia because of root disease. Grafting a selected scion onto a hardier rootstock fixes the flower colour and the mature height and improves survival in the eastern states. Keep the graft union above soil level when planting.

Does it have invasive roots?

No. It has a modest root system compared with full sized eucalypts and is used regularly in verges, car parks and courtyards. As a sensible precaution keep it about 3 metres from house footings, paving and drainage lines, as you would with any tree. It is not regarded as a risk to sound services.

Where does it grow best in Australia?

It performs best in warm temperate and Mediterranean climates with dry summers, so Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne and much of Victoria, South Australia and inland New South Wales suit it well. It also grows along the New South Wales coast and into south east Queensland in free draining soil with good airflow. Wet tropical humidity is the limitation.

How do I care for a 'Baby Orange' flowering gum?

Water through the first two summers to establish it, then only in extended dry spells. Feed once in spring with a native fertiliser low in phosphorus. Prune lightly after flowering to tidy the canopy and remove any shoots appearing below the graft union. Avoid heavy watering in humid weather, which encourages root and leaf problems.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.

Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.

Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Enriched Planting Mix

What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?

It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.

What plants is it suitable for?

It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.

Is it safe for natives?

No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.

Is it certified organic?

Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.

How much do I need?

Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.

Can I use it in pots?

It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.

Does it need to be watered in?

Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.

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Uses in my Garden

Feature Tree
Street Tree
Council or Civic Landscapes
Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' works in an:

Australian Native Garden – celebrates local plants with natural character.
Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.
Wildlife Garden – planting to attract birds, bees, and pollinators.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' Evergreen or Deciduous?

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m to 4m

Mature Width: 3m to 5m

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm.

Growth Rate of Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange'

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm.

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange'

Is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' frost tolerant?

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' Flower?

Corymbia ficifolia ‘Baby Orange’ produces brilliant clusters of vivid orange fluffy flowers from mid-summer into early autumn. The large, showy flower heads sit proudly at the ends of the branches, creating a bold, eye-catching display ideal for smaller gardens needing high-impact colour.

Does Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Summer

Flower Type:

Clustered

Flower Colour:

Red

Is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' an Australian Native Tree?

Yes

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' is Native to Derived from Corymbia ficifolia, which is native to the south coast of Western Australia, particularly around Albany, growing naturally in sandy soils.

What is the Wildlife Value of Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' ?

Its nectar-rich summer blooms attract honeyeaters, lorikeets, native bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects. The dense evergreen foliage also provides shelter and nesting opportunities for small birds, supporting a biodiverse and lively garden ecosystem.

How much Sunlight does Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' need?

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Corymbia ficifolia ‘Baby Orange’ performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It may struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged ground unless significantly improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures and develops its excellent drought resilience and vibrant flowering performance.

Is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' Drought Tolerant?

Is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established ‘Baby Orange’ develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry and coastal environments and maintains its compact form and reliable flowering with minimal supplementary watering.

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How To Plant Your Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange'

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 Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange'

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.

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' is expected to grow 30cm to 60cm.

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange'

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, this is drought tolerant and only needs a deep soak during extended dry periods.

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, and remove lower branches as the tree grows to develop a clean feature trunk.

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 inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Orange' in Different Soil

Corymbia Ficifolia 'Baby Orange' 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.