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Washingtonia robusta

Other Name Mexican Washington Palm Location Memorial Gardens, High Street, YACKANDANDAH VIC 3749 - Property No T11252 File Number T11252 Level Regional

Statement of Significance

Contribution to the landscape of historic garden
Outstanding example of species

An attractive stand of palms whose height, location and uniformity makes a major contribution to this small garden in the centre of Yackandandah.
The site was previously occupied by the Commercial Hotel which burnt down in the 1920s. The garden contains a rotunda in a central location and is surrounded by a fine iron fence on two sides.

Measurements 1987:
Spread (m): 3.5
Girth (m): 1.5
Height (m): 17
Estimated Age (yrs): 60
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 11/06/1987