Weeping Elm
37 Rooney St TEMPLESTOWE LOWER, Manningham City
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Statement of Significance
The Weeping Elm within the rear garden of 37 Rooney Street, Lower Templestowe is
considered to be of regional significance for its aesthetic value, outstanding canopy spread and as an outstanding example of the species.
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Weeping Elm - Physical Conditions
Private land
Melway Ref: 33 A8
Setting/Position: The Weeping Elm is positioned in the centre of the rear garden, the canopy of which covers the entire rear garden.
No. of trees: 1
Height: 6m
Canopy Spread (m) E-W: 14m
N-S: 13.5m
DBH: 466mm
Approx. Age of Tree: 45 years
TPZ: 5.5m CRZ: 2.7m
Category of Significance:
Location or context
Outstanding size
Aesthetic value
Level of Significance: Regional
History: The house was constructed in the 1960s with the tree planted soon after.
Health:
Dead wood
Other/Notes: Generally in good health some small epicormics present, has been treated for Elm Leaf Beetle (soil injections), with no evidence of infestation at the time of inspection.
Health Rating: 1
Threats/Risks to Tree: Future Elm Leaf Beetle (currently being successfully controlled through soil injections).
Hazards/Risks:
Low-hanging branches (unsafe)
Other
Other/Notes: Tree has been correctly pruned and from an initial inspection there does not appear to be rot in the branch unions. There is however a slight selling in the graft union.
Recorded by: Susan Tallon/Andrea Proctor
Date: 23-01-03/23-03-05
ID Confirmed: Andrea Proctor
Heritage Study and Grading
Manningham - Heritage Garden & Significant Tree Study - Stage 2
Author: John Patrick Pty Ltd
Year: 2006
Grading:
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