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Tree Information x
| Identifier: | CR/2229 |
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| Tree Type: | Single |
| Registered By: | Hamner, J.R. |
| Registration Category: | Notable tree/s – Local interest |
| General Notes:
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The second of two large sequoia redwoods that are highly prominent features of the Hanmer Springs township. Both trees are of similar height but this tree has a greater girth than its partner (see tree record CR/2228).
This reserve originally formed part of the grounds of Hanmer Springs Lodge, and the trees are believed to have been planted when the lodge was first constructed in 1897. The main driveway to the lodge entered from the junction of Conical Hill and Jollies Pass Roads and passed through this group of trees. Both trees have high landscape and amenity value and warrant ongoing recognition, careful management, and long-term retention. Hammer, J. R., 2026 |
Single Tree Details
| Genus: | Sequoiadendron | |
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| Species: | giganteum | |
| Common names: | giant sequoia, giant redwood, Sierra redwood, Wellingtonia | |
| Height: | 45.70m | |
| Height measurement method: | Nikon Forestry Pro | |
| Height Comments: | (none) | |
| Girth: | 708 cm | |
| Girth measurement height: | 1.4 m | |
| Girth Comments: | (none) | |
| Diameter: | 225.4 cm | |
| Crown Spread A: | 22.10m | |
| Crown Spread B: | 17.80m | |
| Avg. Crown Spread: | 19.95m | |
| Actual Planting Date: | actual date not specified | |
| Approx. Planting Date: |
1897 e.g. circa. 1860 |
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| Current Age: | 129 years | |
| Tree Health Description: | In good vigour | |
| Tree Form Type: | Single Trunk | |
| Number of Trunks: | 1 | |
| Tree Form Comments: | Great form typical of the species | |
| Champion Tree Score: | 445 | |
| Local Protection Status: | Yes | |
| Tree Present: | Yes | |
| STEM Score: | 0 |
Observations
| Date | Observer | Action |
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| 26 Jan 2026 | Hammer, J.R. |
Location
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Images
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Brad Cadwallader | 08 May 2011 |
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Brad Cadwallader | 08 May 2011 |