Maclura pomifera
Heide Park and Art Gallery 7 Templestowe Road, BULLEEN VIC 3105 - Property No T11549
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Statement of Significance
Location or Context: contribution to landscape
A fine row of 14 Osage Orange trees which are uncommon in cultivation in Victoria. The species originates from the USA and was available in Victoria from the 1860s, being recommended as a suitable hedgeplant or windbreak. The planting date is unknown however the trees were already on the property in1934 when John Reed purchased the land. The trees are ingood condition although the ivy should be removed, They form an important landscape feature andthe Gallery building was designed with the row of trees in mind
Measurements: 12/10/1988
Spread (m): 8.0
Girth (m): 0.85
Height (m): 11.0
Estimated Age (yrs): 50-70
Condition: Good
Measurements 30/11/2003:
Spread (m): 4NS 3 EW
Girth (m): 0.45 (at 1.4m above ground)
Height (m): 6.0
Estimated Age (yrs): 60
Condition: Good
Measurements:17/01/ 2011 ( for the average tree)
Spread (m): 5NS5 EW
Girth (m): 1.0
Height (m): 8.0m
Condition: Fair to Good
Access: Restricted
Classified: 15/12/1988
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HEIDE IVictorian Heritage Register H0687
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HEIDE IIVictorian Heritage Register H1494
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BANKSIA STREET BRIDGEVictorian Heritage Inventory
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