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    English Oak (Quercus robur), Springthorpe Gardens

    This mature English Oak is the oldest and most established of the few remaining mature canopy trees within Springthorpe Gardens.

    • Tree number

      184/CTR/2021

    • Date of assessment

      27/08/2021

    • Assessing Officer

      Christian Renaud

    • Tree Owner

      Council Tree

    • Record Type

      Single Specimen Tree

    • Number of trees

      1

    • Botanical Name

      Quercus robur

    • Common Name

      English Oak

    • Structural Root Zone (SRZ)

      3.3m

    • Approximate age

      60 years

    • Diameter at breast height:

      83cm

    • Tree Protection Zone (TPZ)

      10m

    • Tree height

      14m

    • Tree canopy width

      19m

    • Coordinates

      Easting: 330472.1 Northing: 5804545.0

    • Glen Eira Asset ID

      TP103853

    Statement of significance:

    This tree fulfils the criteria of:

    • Unique location or context
    • Outstanding size (girth height spread)
    • Aesthetic value

    This mature English Oak is the oldest and most established of the few remaining mature canopy trees within Springthorpe Gardens. These gardens are within an area with significant Planning Overlays protecting the architectural heritage and greenery of the neighbourhood.

    The tree is particularly notable for its spreading canopy that is wider than the tree is tall. It is a healthy and well formed example of the species that makes a substantial contribution to the local landscape and neighbourhood character, providing benefit and amenity to the community.

    With continued care this tree has the potential for a very long and useful life, allowing it to be enjoyed by visitors to the gardens for many years.

     

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