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Amelanchier lamarckii

Other Name

Serviceberry

Location

Ballarat Botanical Gardens, Wendouree Parade,, BALLARAT CENTRAL VIC 3350 - Property No T11322

File Number

T11322

Level

Demolished/Removed

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T11322 Amelanchier lamarckii.
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T11322 Amelanchier lamarckii

Statement of Significance

Contribution to the landscape
Rare or Localised

An unusual species in cultivation in Victoria, the only other known example occurs at Pirianda. The tree produces attractive white flowers in Spring and an outstanding display of Autumn colour. Both trees are affected by Pear and Cherry slug and are grated onto Crattaegus rootstock. Tree near fish hatchery measures 0.93m circ; 11.5m height; 10.7m spread. Both affected by Pear and Cherry slug.

Located (1) near statue of Autumn, (2) by fish hatchery.

Measurements: 20/ 01/1988
Spread (m): 10.4
Girth (m): 1
Height (m): 6.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 40
Condition: Fair
Both trees died and were removed.

Classified: 11/02/1988

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees