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Tree Information x
| Identifier: | WKR/G1994 |
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| Tree Type: | Group |
| Registered By: | Timberland, B. D. |
| Registration Category: | Notable tree/s – Local interest |
| General Notes:
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A notable group of Fagus sylvatica 'Purpurea' (Purple Beech) stands as a prominent feature of the area. In 2024, a community group celebrated the tree's 100th birthday with a ceremony and by planting five related trees nearby.
The trees are mostly healthy, displaying a strong canopy and vibrant form. However, some show signs of root deformation and some damage caused by nearby road developments and footpaths. Despite these challenges, they continue to thrive and provide an impressive appearance (Timberland, B. D., 2024) |
Group Details
| Group Type: | Single species | |
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| Feature Tree Genus: | Fagus | |
| Feature Tree Species: | sylvatica 'Purpurea' | |
| Feature Tree Common Names: | copper beech, purple beech | |
| QE II Covenanted: | No | |
| Actual Planting Date: | Jun 1924 | |
| Approx. Planting Date: |
e.g. circa. 1860 |
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| Current Age: | 100 years | |
| Tree Health Description: | Some of the trees have noticeable root girdling and some surface roots have lawn mower damage, some of the trees have inclusions, but they are in general well managed with evidence of old and recent pruning cuts. the canopies of all the trees are impressive and full with fairly even branching, some moss and lichen present on trunks. | |
| Local Protection Status: | Unknown | |
| Tree Present: | Yes | |
| Number of Trees: | 12 | |
| Area Covered: | (none) | |
| Group of Tree Type: | Amenity Planting |
Observations
| Date | Observer | Action |
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| 29 Aug 2024 | Timberland, B. D. |
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Images
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Beau Timberland | 29 Aug 2024 |
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Beau Timberland | 29 Aug 2024 |
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Beau Timberland | 29 Aug 2024 |