Tree Registration

Nomination 109 Tree Number PTR109-Group

Species: Ulmus parvifolia (Chinese elm)

Location: Frome Street Griffith/Narrabundah Street trees

Location of Ulmus parvifolia PTR109-Group in Griffith/Narrabundah

Criteria

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Details of tree

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Street address / Frome Street Griffith/Narrabundah
Location on block / Trees are located in Frome Street on the street verge of: Section 30, 31, 78, 79 & 80 Griffith &Sections 46, 47, 48 & 50 Narrabundah
Botanical name: / Ulmus parvifolia
Common name: / Chinese elm (weeping form)
Tree height / 11.0m
Canopy broadest diameter: / 19.0m
Trunk circumference: / Largest diameter 1.65m
Number of trunks: / All trees have a single trunk
Tree numbers / Griffith section contains 50 trees, Narrabundah section contains 28 trees
Grid co-ordinates:
MGA / Start of section:
X 694729.74
Y 6088983.54
End of section:
X 695252.30
Y 6088468.92

Registration Criteria that presently apply, other criteria may apply after further assessment.

(2) Landscape and aesthetic value

The object of this value is to identify trees that are of particular importance to the community due to their substantial contribution to the surrounding landscape.

A tree may be considered to be of landscape and aesthetic value if it is situated in a prominent location when viewed from a public place and it:

(a) contributes significantly to the surrounding landscape based on its overall form, structure, vigour and aesthetic values; or

(b) represents an outstanding example of the species, including age, size or habit; or

(c) is an exceptional example of a locally native species that reached maturity prior to urban development in its immediate vicinity.

Statement against the Criteria

The Ulmus parvifolia (Chinese Weeping Elm) in Frome Street represent excellent examples of their species. The trees have been chosen for inclusion in the ACT Tree register because of the outstanding landscape and aesthetic contribution they provide within the suburbs of Griffith and Narrabundah.

The weeping form of this Chinese elm was developed by Yarralumla Nursery for use within Canberra’s streets and public places. The tree has proved to be an excellent variety and has been used extensively within the urban environment. The trees in Frome Street are in good health and condition and have been well maintained. Many of the trees were planted when Griffith and Narrabundah were established.

The trees contribute significantly to the character and aesthetic value of the street based on their maturity, good form and attractive appearance. Notable features include the uniformity of the group, interesting bark and attractive weeping habit.

Nomination 109

Number PTR109-Group

Ulmus parvifolia (Chinese elm)

ACT Tree Register

(Registration)

Pursuant to Division 7.2 of the Tree Protection Act 2005 as the Conservator of Flora and Fauna the following decision has been made under section 52(1) to enter or not enter the above tree(s) to the ACT Tree Register

Registration

Yes

Penny Farnsworth

Conservator of Flora and Fauna 1/5/2012

Requests for further information should be made to:

Tree Protection Unit Telephone: (02) 6207 8145

PO Box 158 Facsimile: (02) 6207 5956

Canberra City, ACT 2601 Email: