Juniperus excelsa

Other Name

Grecian Juniper

Location

Eastern Park, 1-45 Garden Street, GEELONG VIC 3220 - Property No T11614

File Number

T11614

Level

Regional

Statement of Significance

Horticultural value
Historic garden or park
Rare or localised

A small tree with a very dense crown, attractive foliage and large fruits, 1 cm in diameter which turn from lime green to black. This tree is the only known example of the species in Victoria. The tree would benefit from removal of deadwood and a management program. This species forms an attractive small tree which is worthy of wider cultivation.
Located North of Nursery

Measurements: 02/09/1989
Spread (m): 4.6
Girth (m): 1.11
Height (m): 5.2
Estimated Age (yrs): 60
Condition: Good

Measurements: 16/02/2011
Spread (m): E-W 5, N-S 5
Girth(m): 1
Height (m): 6
Estimated Age (yrs): 82
Condition: Poor

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 14/09/1989

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees

Category

Tree