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Quercus robur

Other Name

English Oak

Location

Sheffield Road, THE BASIN VIC 3154 - Property No T11766

File Number

T11766

Level

State

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T11766 Quercus robur
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T11766 Quercus robur
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T11766 Quercus robur

Statement of Significance

Location or context
Outstanding size
Historical value
Outstanding example of species

An outstanding specimen of immense size and form. The plaque states "One of the first trees known to be planted in The Basin as an acorn by William & Kate Chandler soon after they settled here in 1873, having arrived from England in 1851"

2011. The tree is still healthy and looks in good condition. Has been cabled to support the weight of it's branches.

8/7/2014 This Oak is NOT in good condition. The tree is senescent, poorly managed with low vigour

Measurements: 09/1984
Spread (m): 28
Girth (m): 4.9
Height (m): 28.7
Estimated Age (yrs): 111
Condition: Good

Measurements: 06/2011
Spread (m): N-S 27; E-W 26
Girth (m): 5.5
Height (m): 28
Estimated Age (yrs): 118
Condition: Good

Access: Unrestricted
Classified: 13/09/1984

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees