Level of Significance
- File
- Local
- Regional
- State
- National
Age (approx)
70yrsTrees
1Diameter
2mHeight - 10m
Details
Common name
Willow Myrtle
Botanical name
Agonis flexuosa
Other name
none known
Type
Individual Tree
Condition
Good
Municipality
Holdfast Bay (SA)
Location
28 King Street Brighton SA 5048
Access
Restricted
Significances
- Outstanding size (Scientific)
- Outstanding species (Scientific)
- Landscape (Social)
- Landmark (Social)
- Attractive (Aesthetic)
- Species/Location (Aesthetic)
Date of measurement
05 Apr 2015
Date of classification
13 Apr 2015
Statement of Significance
The tree is an outstanding example of the species and is notable for its extensive canopy and very large trunk circumference . It clearly contributes to the landscape and appears as a landmark when approaching from the west . It is a great looking tree in good condition and far exceeds the average specimen of the species . The tree is particularly notable because of being in a near coastal situation
History
Harold Laffer who planted the tree in 1948 in the front garden of his home at 28 King Street Brighton was a well vigneron who managed the historic Laffer family property Fairford at Sturt
Location
The tree is located in the front garden of the property and clearly visible from the street
Other
No other reasons
Notes
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