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Magnolia grandiflora

Other Name

Southern Magnolia

Location

103 Main Street,, ROMSEY VIC 3434 - Property No T12095

File Number

T12095

Level

Regional

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Statement of Significance

Horticultural value
Contribution to landscape of historic town
Particularly old
Outstanding example of the species

The National Bank on the site was built in 1876 within the commercial area of Romey and is classified by the National Trust. The Magnolia grandiflora is reputed to have been planted in the early development of the Bank garden adjacent to the main building on its southern side.
This tree is significant as it is a mature and excellent example of this species. The tree provides a large, overhanging canopy which creates a strong relationship to the classified building, the garden in which it is planted and the streetscape,

Measurements: 09/07/2006
Spread (m): E-W 11; N-S 14.2
Girth (m): 2.4 at 1.4m
Height (m): 10.75
Estimated Age (yrs): 135
Condition: Good

Access: Restricted
Classified: 30/10/2006

AClassified:23/10/2006

Group

Parks, Gardens and Trees