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Fagus sylvatica

Other Name European Beech Location 'Alton' 239 Alton Road, MOUNT MACEDON VIC 3441 - Property No T11637 File Number T11637 Level State

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Statement of Significance

Contribution to historic garden or park
Outstanding size
Outstanding example of species

An outstanding specimen of this species. The tree has reached an outstanding size and has an attractive, well-shaped canopy. Although common in cultivation in Europe, few trees have reached any size in Victoria. The only other notable plantings occur near the entrance to the Alfred Nicholas Gardens in Kallista. The tree has a well developed branch structure and is the largest European Beech known in Victoria
It is located north-west of croquet lawn.

Measurements: 08/04/1989
Spread (m): 23
Girth (m): 3.85
Height (m): 32.4
Estimated Age (yrs): 100
Condition: Good

Access: Restricted
Classified: 09/11/1989