Sugar Gum
Scientific Name: Eucalyptus cladocalyx F. Muell.
Synonym: Eucalyptus corynocalyx
Family: Myrtaceae
Sunset®: 5,6,8-24
USDA: 9b-11
Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 25°F (-4°C)
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: Australia
Growth Habits: Evergreen tree, slow growing 40 to 60 feet tall (12-18 m) or more, branches in attractive horizontal layers; pealing tan bark, cream white underbark, sickle-shaped, glossy reddish-green leaves, 3 to 5 inches long (7.5-12.5 cm); allows much sun to reach the ground below the tree
Watering Needs: Little to moderate water, drought tolerant
Propagation: Seeds
Propagation:
Creamy white flowers in clusters, in summer.
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