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Pinus canariensis

Other Name

Canary Island Pine

Location

'Caranballac', Hamilton Highway, SKIPTON VIC 3361 - Property No T11721

File Number

T11721

Level

Regional

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T11721 Pinus canariensis

Statement of Significance

Contribution to landscape
Outstanding size

This Canary Island Pine (Pinus canariensis)dominates the landscape and is a particularly fine example of the species. The garden at 'Caranballac' dates in part from the 1860s when the original homestead, built in 1835 and 1848, was extended. The seed is believed to have been brought from England by the Winter-Cookes of 'Murndal'
The homestead is 4 miles west of Skipton, and the tree is located in front of the homestead.

Measurements: 24/11/1994
Spread (m): 25
Girth (m): 4.5
Height (m): 26.5
Estimated Age (yrs): 120
Condition: Good

Access: Restricted
Classified: 08/12/1994

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees