Golden Elm
174-8 George St DONCASTER, Manningham City
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Statement of Significance
The Golden Elm within "Fromhold", 174-8 George Street, Doncaster is considered significant for being the only surviving element of the original garden, as well as for its aesthetic value.
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Golden Elm - Physical Conditions
Private land
Melway Ref: 33 H11
Setting/Position: The Golden Elm is positioned within a garden bed, adjacent to the path leading to the front door of "Fromhold". Its wide-spreading canopy over-hangs the entire entrance area to the house.
No. of trees: 1
Height: 14m
Canopy Spread (m) E-W: 15-20m
N-S: 15m
DBH: 824mm (@ <1m)
Approx. Age of Tree: 70+ years
TPZ: 7.7m CRZ: 3.0m
Category of Significance:
Location or context
Aesthetic value
Level of Significance: Local
History: The Golden Elm was thought to have been planted around 1920, as part of the garden of "Fromhold" c.1890's. The original garden was lost about 35 years ago, the Golden Elm the only remaining element.
Source: Manningham City Council Heritage Study, Context Pty Ltd, 1991
Conversation with property owner
Health:
Pests/Diseases
Dead wood
Other/Notes: Elm Leaf Beetle damage, however the tree has been treated this season. Minor deadwood within canopy.
Health Rating: 2
Threats/Risks to Tree: Ivy growing at the base of the tree (previously growing up trunk) needs to be monitored to ensure it does not grow up trunk again.
Hazards/Risks:
Low-hanging branches (unsafe)
Other
Other/Notes: Some low-hanging limbs on eastern side of canopy, however not posing a hazard or risk at time of inspection.
Structure Rating: 1
Recorded by: Susan Tallon
Date: 21-01-03
ID Confirmed: Susan Tallon
Heritage Study and Grading
Manningham - Heritage Garden & Significant Tree Study - Stage 2
Author: John Patrick Pty Ltd
Year: 2006
Grading:
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