PINUS CANARIENSIS

An individual Canary Island Pine located on a private property in Gordon. 

This tree is significant for scientific, social and aesthetic reasons at the Regional level.

This Canary Island Pine is scientifically significant for its outstanding size. It is the largest specimen on the Register, particularly the circumference by a large margin. It is socially significant for its contribution to the landscape as a dominating feature of the grounds. This species typifies the planting style of 19th century Victorian gardens and estates, where it was often used in grand lawns or as a structural element to line avenues. It is aesthetically significant for its unusual form with multiple bifurcations which accentuate the size of the trunk and a wide, full canopy not seen in other examples of the species. The unique form has been promoted by the wide spacing that this tree has which has allowed it to not only spread its canopy without obstruction, but also makes it possible for the size and form of the tree to be fully admired.  

Measurements: 30/05/2024

Number of Trees: 1 

Spread (m): NS 27, EW 30

Girth (m): 9.2

Height (m): 32

Estimated age (yrs): 160

Condition: Good

Access: Restricted

Classified: 09/12/2024