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133674

Metasequoia glyptostroboides

Dawn Redwood

Royal Botanic Gardens, Birdwood Avenue, MELBOURNE VIC 3004 - Property No T11869

Outstanding example of species Located on the Eastern lawn this is an outstanding example of an unusual conifer from China. The species was first sighted in 1941 and described and distributed to botanic institutions in 1948 by the Arnold Arboretum. This tree is amongst the earliest plantings in Victoria and has grown into a very attractive conical form. Other notable examples occur at Kallista and Montrose. Measurements: 14/06/1990 Spread (m): 16.5 Girth ... more

T11869

Regional
 

Metasequoia glyptostroboides

Dawn redwood

18 Ascalon Road MONTROSE, YARRA RANGES SHIRE

STATEMENT OF CULTURAL HERITAGE SIGNIFICANCE:

This Dawn Red Wood is significant for aesthetic and scientific reasons at Regional level. It is an outstanding size for the species at a height of 20m and a canopy spread of 9m. This is bigger than other examples of the tree on the register. It makes a significant contribution to this suburban garden.

Measurements: 10/02/17 Spread (m):9.0 N-S,9.0 E-W Girth (m): 2.15 Height (m): ... more

T12335

Regional
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