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Hesperocyparis macrocarpa 'Fastigiata'

Other Names

Cupressus , Fastigiated Monterey Cypress

Location

Johnstone Park cnr Little Malop and Fenwick Streets, GEELONG VIC 3220 - Property No T11619

File Number

T11619

Level

State

[1/4]
T11619 Hesperocyparis
[2/4]
T11619 Hesperocyparis
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T11619 Hesperocyparis
[4/4]
T11619 Hesperocyparis

Statement of Significance

Historic garden or park
Outstanding size
Outstanding example of species

An outstanding example of this fastigiate form of the species. The tree has developed a stout trunk and the branches have an upright habit forming a narrow crowned tree. Other examples occur in the Royal Botanic Gardens (central lawn), Geelong Botanic Gardens (near entrance),and Eastern Park. This tree is the best example of the known specimens in Victoria
It is located West end of municipal offices, Little Malop Street end of Johnstone Park, adjacent toilet block.

Measurements:08/03/1989
Spread (m):17.0
Girth (m): 6.23
Height (m): 23.2
Estimated Age (yrs): 100
Condition: Good

Measurements: 07/04/2004
Spread (m): E-W 16, N-S16
Girth (m): 9.4
Height (m): 24
Estimated Age (yrs): 115
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 09/11/1989

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees