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Tilia petiolaris 'Pendula'

Other Name Weeping Silver Lime Location 'Talerddig', 24 Greenhill Avenue,, CASTLEMAINE VIC 3450 - Property No T11472 File Number T11472 Level State

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Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape of historic garden
Rare or localised

This tree is a fine example of an uncommon cultivar planted in the garden of the historic property (circa 1868). It was planted around 1960 by the owner Mrs Helen Vellacott. This is the only mature example known in cultivation in Victoria and is notable for its attractive foliage with a silver underside which turns rich yellow in Autumn. The tree flowers in January, some weeks later than most limes, with clusters of highly scented yellowish flowers which are narcotic to bees.

Measurements: 10/02/1994
Spread (m): 7
Girth (m): multi-trunked
Height (m): 12
Estimated Age (yrs): 35
Condition: Good

Access: Restricted
Classified: 10/03/1994