Eucalyptus cladocalyx nana

Eucalyptus cladocalyx ‘Nana’ (Dwarf Sugar Gum)

Eucalyptus cladocalyx ‘Nana’, commonly known as Dwarf Sugar Gum, is a compact, slow‑growing form of the well‑known Sugar Gum. It retains the species’ attractive smooth cream, grey, and copper‑toned bark, along with its narrow, glossy green foliage, but stays naturally smaller and more manageable. This makes it an excellent choice for urban gardens, streetscapes, and landscapes where a full‑sized Sugar Gum would be too large. Mature plants typically reach 6–10 metres, forming a dense, upright crown with strong structure.

Key Features

• Compact, dwarf form of the classic Sugar Gum

• Smooth, patchy bark in cream, grey, and copper shades

• Narrow, glossy leaves forming a dense canopy

• Grows 6–10 m, ideal for smaller or constrained sites

• Hardy, drought‑tolerant, and long‑lived

Landscape Uses

• Feature tree for medium‑sized gardens and public spaces

• Excellent for streetscapes and urban plantings

• Strong structural tree for windbreaks and shelter

• Provides habitat and nectar for birds and pollinators

Growing Notes

• Prefers full sun and well‑drained soils

• Very drought‑tolerant once established

• Performs well in Mediterranean and temperate climates

• Minimal pruning required; naturally forms a tidy shape