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Quercus robur

Other Name English Oak Location Abbotsford Convent, 1 St Heliers Street, ABBOTSFORD VIC 3067 - Property No T11501 File Number T11501 Level Regional

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Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape of historic garden
Particularly old

This is a particularly large specimen of an English Oak ( Quercus robur). The area was originally settled by Edward Curr in 1840 and it is assumed he planted this tree. The tree forms an important contribution to the nineteenth century garden and is located at the Clark Street entrance.

Measurements: 29/07/1984
Spread (m): 21
Girth (m): 5
Height (m): 16
Estimated Age (yrs): 120
Condition: Good