Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet'
Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet'
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Current Stock Height Guides
Current Stock Height Guides
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 & Width
Mature Height: 3m - 6m Approximately
Mature Width: 2.5m – 3m
Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 50 cm per year.
Root Ball Dimensions (Height & Width)
Root Ball Dimensions (Height & Width)
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 Scarlet'
Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' looks excellent in small gardens and urban landscapes, where its compact, rounded canopy and bright scarlet flowers create a striking contrast against deep green foliage. This evergreen tree offers vivid seasonal color in late summer, providing a gorgeous focal point that supports local wildlife by attracting birds.
Ideal for streetscapes, feature planting, or bird-friendly gardens, ‘Baby Scarlet’ thrives in full sun and tolerates drought and coastal conditions. Low maintenance with only occasional pruning needed, it pairs well with native groundcovers or grasses for layered garden impact and year-round interest.
Plant Your Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' With:
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Type: Australian Native
Grevillea x 'Moonlight'
Type: Structural Foliage
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Type: Structural Foliage
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Type:
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Uses in my Garden
Uses in my Garden
Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' works in an:
Is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' Evergreen or Deciduous?
Is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' Evergreen or Deciduous?
Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height & Width
Mature Height: 3m - 6m Approximately
Mature Width: 2.5m – 3m
Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 50 cm per year.
Growth Rate of Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet'
Growth Rate of Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet'
Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 50 cm per year.
They are considered to have a:
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet'
Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet'
Is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' frost tolerant?
Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' is Frost Sensitive – May suffer damage from frost, best in frost-free or protected spots.
Does Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' Flower?
Does Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' Flower?
Corymbia ficifolia ‘Baby Scarlet’ produces masses of bright scarlet-red fluffy flowers from mid-summer into early autumn. These large, showy flower clusters form at the ends of the branches, creating a bold, high-impact display perfectly suited to compact gardens seeking strong seasonal colour.
Does Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' flower?
Flowering Period:
Flower Type:
Flower Colour:
Red
Is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' an Australian Native Tree?
Is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' an Australian Native Tree?
Yes
Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' is Native to Derived from Corymbia ficifolia (Red Flowering Gum), which is native to the south coast of Western Australia around Albany, where it grows naturally in sandy, well-drained soils.
What is the Wildlife Value of Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' ?
What is the Wildlife Value of Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' ?
Its nectar-rich blooms attract honeyeaters, lorikeets, native bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects throughout summer. The dense evergreen canopy also provides shelter and nesting opportunities for small birds, supporting a vibrant and biodiverse garden ecosystem.
How much Sunlight does Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' need?
How much Sunlight does Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' need?
Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' will thrive best in:
Preferred Soil?
Preferred Soil?
Corymbia ficifolia ‘Baby Scarlet’ performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It can struggle in heavy clay or poorly drained sites unless significantly improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance aeration and drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then move to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures and develops outstanding drought resilience and prolific summer flowering.
Is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' Drought Tolerant?
Is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' Drought Tolerant?
Is Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' Drought tolerant?
As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established ‘Baby Scarlet’ develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry and coastal environments, maintaining dense foliage and reliable flowering with minimal supplementary watering.
Planting Information
How To Plant Your Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet'
How To Plant Your Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet'
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet'
Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet'
Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 50 cm per year.



