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Pinus sabiniana

Other Name

Digger Pine

Location

Hamilton Botanic Gardens Cnr of French, Kennedy, Martin and Thompson Streets, HAMILTON VIC 3300 - Property No T11696

File Number

T11696

Level

Regional

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T11696 Pinus sabiniana
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T11696 Pinus sabiniana

Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape
Outstanding size

A spectacular tree which has grown very large. It has been planted at the highest point in the gardens and dominates the skylline of the area. The tree is a native of California, growing to 12-25m and producing edible seeds. Other known examples occur at Castlemaine, Eastern Park, Geelong and Royal Botanic Gardens.
It is located near the aviary

Measurements: 02/1987
Spread (m): 10.5
Girth (m): 3.35
Height (m): 31.4
Estimated Age (yrs): 120
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 12/02/1987

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees