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Ulmus glabra 'Lutescens'

Other Name

Golden Elm

Location

St Patricks Cathedral, 2-60 Cathedral Place,, EAST MELBOURNE VIC 3002 - Property No T12187

File Number

T12187

Level

Regional

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Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape
Particularly old
Outstanding size
Aesthetic value
Outstanding example of species

This Golden Elm (Ulmus glabra 'Lutescens') is an outstanding specimen that dominates the front of St Patrick's Cathedral, a place of national importance. The tree has high aesthetic qualities with long flowing branches down to the ground and a full canopy, and makes a significant contribution to the landscape.
St Patricks Cathedral is the mother church of the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne and the first Mass held on the site was in 1858.

Measurements: 2012
Spread (m): 12.24
Girth (m): 3.20
Height (m): 15.0
Estimated Age (yrs): 100+
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 24/07/2012

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees