Fagus sylvatica f. purpurea

This tree was planted by John Masefield, poet laureate, on 13 November 1934., while he was in Victoria for the Centenary. "Arden" was owned by the notable Australian poet, C J Dennis,from 1915-1938 who laid out the garden.The tree is a very fine specimen with a wide spreading crown, reaching to ground level. The garden contains a fine collection of trees including Liriodendron, Quercus rubra, Nothofagus and Cupressus.

Measurements: 12/04/1990
Spread (m): 19.5
Girth (m): 1.73
Height (m): 18.3
Estimated Age (yrs): 56
Condition: Good

Access: Restricted
Classified: 14/06/1990

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees

Category

Tree