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Hesperocyparis macrocarpa

Other Names

Monterey Cypress , Cupressus

Location

Mortlake Avenue of Honour, Hamilton Highway, MORTLAKE VIC 3272 - Property No T11702

File Number

T11702

Level

State

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T11702 Cupressus marcocarpa
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T11702 Cupressus marcocarpa

Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape
Aesthetic value
Historical value

Avenue planted in two sections following World War I and World War 2 at a spacing of 19-20.4 metres.

An outstanding planting of Monterey Cypress (Hesperocyparis macrocarpa). This avenue is possibly the best example in Victoria, impressive due to its even spacing, size and dark foliage. The avenue is planted in two sections: the first, nearest town, was planted to honour World War I servicemen and the second section to commemorate those involved in World War II. Each tree was originally marked with a bronze name plate. The trees are regularly trimmed to a barrel shape which has assisted in preventing the older trees losing branches.

This avenue is of State significance and should be carefully managed.

Measurements: 04/1987
Spread (m): 13
Girth (m): 5; 2
Height (m): 18; 10
Estimated Age (yrs): 69; 44
Condition: Good

Measurements: 30/11/2003
Spread (m): 13.4
Girth (m): 5
Height (m): 17
Estimated Age (yrs): 85
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 09/04/1987

Group

Monuments and Memorials