Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet'

• Feature Tree
• Street Tree
• Avenue Planting
• Council or Civic Landscapes
• Rural Property Planting

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' 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.
• Coastal Garden – relaxed, seaside feel with hardy, textural plants.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

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

Mature Height: 3m - 6m Approximately

Mature Width: 2.5m – 3m

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 50 cm per year.

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 50 cm per year.

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate

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.

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?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Summer
• Autumn

Flower Type:

• Fluffy

Flower Colour:

Red

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.

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.

Corymbia ficifolia 'Baby Scarlet' will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

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?

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.