A grafted dwarf flowering gum producing large clusters of vivid orange blossom through summer that attract nectar-feeding birds. Compact enough for small gardens and large containers.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 4 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Australian native
About Baby Orange Flowering Gum
Botanically, Eucalyptus 'Baby Orange' is a tree in the Myrtaceae family, native to Australia. It reaches around 4 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. Orange flowers appear in summer and autumn.
Where to grow Baby Orange Flowering Gum
Baby Orange Flowering Gum suits warm-temperate, subtropical, Mediterranean and arid and semi-arid climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice.
Soil & planting
Baby Orange Flowering Gum does best in free-draining and sandy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Baby Orange Flowering Gum is happy on low water, so once its roots are down it needs little supplementary water. As an Australian native, feed it only with a low-phosphorus native fertiliser. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Baby Orange Flowering Gum after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Baby Orange Flowering Gum in the garden
Baby Orange Flowering Gum earns its place for a feature or specimen planting, drawing nectar-feeding birds into the garden and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Baby Orange Flowering Gum with other plants that enjoy the same happy on low water and warm-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm. It combines naturally with other Australian natives in a habitat or water-wise garden.
Buying Baby Orange Flowering Gum
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