River Red Gum
107 Porter St TEMPLESTOWE, Manningham City
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Statement of Significance
The River Red Gum within the nursery site at "The Greenery", 107 Porter Street, Templestowe is of state significance for is size, age and aesthetic value, being an outstanding example of a remnant River Red Gum. This tree should be considered in context with other remnant River Red Gums in and around "The Greenery", and those at 29 Fitzsimons Lane.
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River Red Gum - Physical Conditions
Private land
Melway Ref: 33 E3
Setting/Position: In staff nursery stock area, to the east of the main nursery
No. of trees: 1
Height: 30.0m
Canopy Spread (m) E-W: 15m
N-S: 19m
DBH: 1008mm
Approx. Age of Tree: 300 years+
TPZ: 12.1m CRZ: 3.3m
Category of Significance:
Location or context
Particularly old
Outstanding size
Aesthetic value
Level of Significance: State
History: Remnant River Red Gum predating European settlement. Tree has had native vegetation planted around the base, so protecting the trunk from damage.
Health:
Dead wood
Rot
Other/Notes: Tree is exhibiting good growth, albeit with some epicormics. There is a large amount of rot present where a large limb was lost. A gall is present at the base of the tree.
Threats/Risks to Tree: Compaction may be a threat to the tree. The tree's location in a nursery ensures that the tree has a ready supply of water and fertiliser.
Hazards/Risks:
Co-dominant branches
Other
Other/Notes: The tree has two large co-dominant branches and is also leaning. This species is a known limb dropper.
Heritage Study and Grading
Manningham - Heritage Garden & Significant Tree Study - Stage 2
Author: John Patrick Pty Ltd
Year: 2006
Grading:
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