Sugar Gum

Eucalyptus Cladocalyx

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Overview

Eucalyptus cladocalyx, or Sugar Gum, is a stately evergreen tree noted for its smooth, mottled bark and attractive, creamy-white flowers. Native to Australia, it thrives in USDA zones 9-11, reaching heights of 50-70 feet with a canopy spread of 30-40 feet. Drought-tolerant once established, it requires full sun and well-drained soil. Ideal for windbreaks and as a focal point in large spaces due to its imposing size and architectural form.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 10–10Climate Mediterranean

Sugar Gum (Eucalyptus Cladocalyx) — is a stately evergreen tree noted for its smooth

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Myrtaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Sugar Gum (Eucalyptus Cladocalyx) — reaching heights of 50-70 feet with a canopy spread of 30-40 feet

Sugar Gum (Eucalyptus Cladocalyx) — mottled bark and attractive

Sugar Gum (Eucalyptus Cladocalyx) — which give off the quintessential eucalyptus fragrance when crushed

Sugar Gum (Eucalyptus Cladocalyx) — creamy-white to yellow bark exfoliates in flakes to reveal patches of gray and pink

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