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Sequoiadendron giganteum

Other Name

Sierra Redwood

Location

Ballarat Botanical Gardens, Wendouree Parade,, BALLARAT CENTRAL VIC 3350 - Property No T11300

File Number

T11300

Level

Regional

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Statement of Significance

Contribution to the landscape
Outstanding size

This Sierra Redwood is a beautiful specimen, believed to be about 100-120 years old (1982). It is located approximately 36.5m east of South Gardens, near the Statue of Autumn.
Sequoiadendron giganteum was a popular tree in the mid 19th century for public spaces noted for its size and longevity.

Measurements: 06/1982
Spread (m): 18.5
Girth (m): 7
Height (m): 29
Estimated Age (yrs): 120
Condition: Good

Measurements: 18/03/2011
Spread (m): E-W 13; N-S 14.5 N-S
Girth (m): .7
Height (m): 29.5
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 24/06/1982

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees