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Hesperocyparis macrocarpa 'Filipendula'
Weeping Monterey Cypress
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Cupressus
Werribee Park Mansion, 320 K Road,, WERRIBEE VIC 3030 - Property No T12168 |
Horticultural value
Contribution to landscape of historic garden
Rare or localised
Outstanding size
Aesthetic significance
Curious growth form
Historical value
Outstanding example of species
This Weeping Monterey Cypress (Hesperocyparis macrocarpa 'Filipendula'), located along the Main Carriage Drive from the historic Gatehouse of Werribee Park Mansion,represents the extreme genetic and botanical variability of
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T12168 |
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Hesperocyparis macrocarpa 'Horizontalis Aurea'
Golden Monterey Cypress, Golden Horizontal Monterey Cypress
Werribee Park Mansion, 320 K Road,, WERRIBEE VIC 3030 - Property No T12180 |
Contribution to landscape of historic garden Outstanding size Aesthetic value Historical value Outstanding example of species This Golden Monterey Cypress (Hesperocyparis macrocarpa 'Horizontalis Aurea') located at the junction of the Main Carriage Drive and Open Range Zoo Visitor Entry at Werribee Park represents the extreme genetic and botanical variability of the Cypress species. This late nineteenth century specimen was selected and planted circa 1877 by ... more |
T12180 |
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Hesperocyparis macrocarpa 'Filipendula'
Weeping Monterey Cypress
Werribee Park Mansion, 320 K Road,, WERRIBEE VIC 3030 - Property No T12179 |
Horticultural value
Contribution to landscape of historic garden
Rare or localised
Outstanding size
Curious growth form
Historical value
Outstanding example of species
This Monterey Cypress (Hesperocyparis macrocarpa) was re-identified by the Committee in 2022, having been formerly listed as Weeping Monterey Cypress (Hesperocyparis macrocarpa 'Filipendula'). Located south-east of the Ulmus minor 'Variegata'
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T12179 |
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Hesperocyparis macrocarpa 'Horizontalis Aurea'
Horizontal Golden Cypress
Phillip Island Road Newhaven, BASS COAST SHIRE |
This stand of ten Horizontal Golden Cypress (Hesperocyparis macrocarpa 'Horizontalis Aurea') are located along Phillip Island Road, forming the entrance to the island across the bridge from San Remo. Seven trees are located on the south side of the road, and three are located on the north side of the road. The trees were planted under the guidance of Mr. William Thompson, President of the Cowes Progress Association, in 1912. ... more |
T12373 |
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Monterey Cypress
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Cupressus
'Rosemount', Rosemount Road,, KOROIT VIC 3282 - Property No T11228 |
Contribution to landscape of historic garden Curious growth form A major feature of the garden, this tree is of a most unusual form, having been hedged annually into a dome shape.The homestead and the garden once belonged to William Anderson (1828-1909), farmer and politician, who commissioned William Guilfoyle to complete a plan for the Koroit Botanic Gardens Measurements: 28/01/1990 Spread (m): 10 Girth (m): 6 Height (m): 11.7 Estimated Age ... more |
T11228 |
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Monterey Cypress
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Cupressus
141 Yarra Street, WARRANDYTE VIC 3113 - Property No T11542 |
Location or Context: important landmark Early photographs of the street show this tree to be well established (100 years at least) It is called the Diary Tree because a letterbox attached to its trunk was used for submissions to a community newsletter. The tree has suffered from increased traffic due to road widening causing its south side to die and from root disturbance by tranch digging along the north side of the trunk. Car parking under the tree was also a problem ... more |
T11542 |
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Hesperocyparis macrocarpa 'Horizontalis Hodginsii'
Variegated Monterey Cypress
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Cupressus
'Seawinds' Purves Road, ARTHURS SEAT VIC 3928 - Property No T11570 |
Horticultural value; Rare or localised: Selected by Hodgins Nursery in Essendon and possibly introduced in the nursery trade in the 1950s, this fine example is distinguished by white flecks throughout its foliage. The tree has a well structured spreading crown. THe only other known specimen in cultivation in Victoria occurs at Footscray Park but is a poorer example. The extensive garden at Seawinds was developed by Sir THomas and Lady Travers who bought the property in ... more |
T11570 |
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Hesperocyparis macrocarpa 'Fastigiata'
Cupressus
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Fastigiated Monterey Cypress
Johnstone Park cnr Little Malop and Fenwick Streets, GEELONG VIC 3220 - Property No T11619 |
Historic garden or park Outstanding size Outstanding example of species An outstanding example of this fastigiate form of the species. The tree has developed a stout trunk and the branches have an upright habit forming a narrow crowned tree. Other examples occur in the Royal Botanic Gardens (central lawn), Geelong Botanic Gardens (near entrance),and Eastern Park. This tree is the best example of the known specimens in Victoria It is located West end of municipal ... more |
T11619 |
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Monterey Cypress
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Cupressus
Mortlake Avenue of Honour, Hamilton Highway, MORTLAKE VIC 3272 - Property No T11702 |
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 ... more |
T11702 |
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Monterey Cypress
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Cupressus
Royal Botanic Gardens, Birdwood Avenue, MELBOURNE VIC 3004 - Property No T11848 |
Contribution to historic garden or park Outstanding size Located on the Hopetoun lawn and possibly the largest example of the species in the world. An enormous tree, although it dropped one of its branches in 1981. Presumably planted by Baron von Mueller, Director of Gardens, 1857 - 73. He mentions planting Monterey Cypresses in this region of the Gardens in Annual Reports in 1858 and 1864. The tree canopy has been extensively cabled Measurements: ... more |
T11848 |
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