Identifier: | MWR/G1896 |
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Tree Type: | Group |
Registered By: | Lloyd, M. |
Registration Category: | Historic tree/s – Local interest |
General Notes:
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In the 1940s the Levin and District Beautifying Society planted many trees around Levin, including this double avenue of Phoenix palms in the Levin domain. On Arbor Day, August 6 1947, the Mayor of Levin and his wife – Mr and Mrs Burdekin - planted the first two, then the remaining 10 were planted by children from the 3 local schools [1]. At the time the domain had a grandstand, rugby and cricket fields according to season, but not much else. It was also grazed, explaining why a 1947 aerial photo shows only protective boxes where the palms were planted. But as the 1958 aerial photo shows [2], the palms thrived, becoming such a well-known feature that a decorative gate with palm symbols was added. In the mid-1990s funds were raised for building a modern aquatic centre, and as can be seen from the photos below this meant the removal of one of the original 12 palms. A new playground was also added close to the palms, and even though the removal of the original grandstand means there is no longer a directive avenue effect, the palms are very noticeable. They are in very good condition, probably being the oldest Phoenix palms in Levin.
Acknowledgement: Thanks to Kevin Miles and the Horowhenua Historical Society, Levin. References: 1. ‘Arbor day in Levin’ Horowhenua Chronicle, August 4, 1947. 2. National Library, WA-48589, Whites Aviation Ltd, 1958, PA-Group-00080. |
Group Type: | Single species | |
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Feature Tree Genus: | Phoenix | |
Feature Tree Species: | canariensis | |
Feature Tree Common Names: | Canary Island date palm, phoenix palm | |
QE II Covenanted: | No | |
Actual Planting Date: | Aug 1947 | |
Approx. Planting Date: |
e.g. circa. 1860 |
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Current Age: | 77 years | |
Tree Health Description: | excellent | |
Local Protection Status: | No | |
Tree Present: | Yes | |
Number of Trees: | 11 | |
Area Covered: | 150 metres | |
Group of Tree Type: | Amenity Planting |
Date | Observer | Action |
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02 Jun 2023 | Lloyd, M. |
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Preview | Credit | Date |
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Michael Lloyd | 02 Jun 2023 | |
Michael Lloyd | 02 Jun 2023 | |
Michael Lloyd | 02 Jun 2023 | |
Whites Aviation | 24 Jun 1958 |