Rose Gum (Eucalyptus grandis), Graceburn Avenue

Tree Report

There are 3 trees registered on and around this property including a Southern Mahogany (Eucalyptus botryoides) and a Candlebark (Eucalyptus rubida)

This is an uncommon tree species for a private suburban garden in the region that provides a major contribution to the local landscape.

  • Tree number

    21/CTR/2020

  • Date of assessment

    14/05/2021

  • Assessing Officer

    Christian Renaud

  • Tree Owner

    Private

  • Record Type

    Single Specimen Tree

  • Number of trees

    1

  • Botanical Name

    Eucalyptus grandis

  • Common Name

    Rose Gum

  • Structural Root Zone (SRZ)

    3.3m

  • Approximate age

    40+ years

  • Diameter at breast height:

    84cm

  • Tree Protection Zone (TPZ)

    10.1m

  • Tree height

    25m

  • Tree canopy width

    18m

  • Coordinates

    Easting: 329042.1 Northing: 5804529.5

  • Glen Eira Asset ID

    N/A

Statement of significance:

This tree fulfils the criteria of:

  • Unique Location or Context
  • Outstanding Size (girth height spread)
  • Aesthetic Value
  • An Outstanding Example of the Species
  • Outstanding Habitat Value

This is an uncommon tree species for a private suburban garden in the region that provides a major contribution to the local landscape.
It is the tallest tree in the surrounding area with good potential to maintain healthy growth and become an iconic feature specimen.

The tree is a well-formed example of the species that provides significant canopy coverage which contributes to the neighbourhood character. The loss of this tree would result in a substantial loss of amenity to the local community.

Residents have reported this tree as being used for roosting by native Owls and Tawny Frogmouths as well as other bird species.


 

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