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Rear 7 Albert Street

Other Name

Washingtonia Palm & Cotton Palm

Location

Rear 7 Albert Street WILLIAMSTOWN, Hobsons Bay City

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Rear 7 Albert Street

Statement of Significance

What is Significant?

The Washingtonia Palm and the Cotton Palm, established c.1910, at the rear of 7 Albert Street, Williamstown.

How is it Significant?

The Washingtonia Palm and the Cotton Palm at 7 Albert Street, Williamstown are of local historic, aesthetic and scientific (horticultural) significance to the City of Hobsons Bay.

Why is it Significant?

Historically, they are significant as an illustration of Edwardian-era planting in a Williamstown suburban garden. (AHC criterion D2)

Aesthetically, they are significant for their landmark qualities, which enhance the setting of the associated house and contribute to the historic cultural landscape character of the Private Survey precinct. (AHC criterion E1)

Scientifically, they are significant as locally rare mature examples of this species in a private garden setting. (AHC criterion B2)

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