Meet Some More of Christchurch’s Heritage & Notable Trees
It’s been a while since I posted about Christchurch’s Heritage & Notable trees but the fundraising is still ongoing — and the need for funds still acute — so I thought you might like to meet a few more of the trees in question.
Blog follower, meet tree. Tree, meet blog follower… 😉
Meet the Arts Centre Copper Beech:
According to the NZ Notable Trees’ Trust, the Arts centre copper beech is “perhaps one of the most outstanding exotic trees in Christchurch” — but initially it (and the other Arts Centre trees) weren’t even assessed by the Council. The tree is looking a tad wintry in this shot, but you can see it has a really nice shape and will be glorious in summer. I look forward to the day when I can get to sit under it again.
Meet the Le Bons’ Bay Northern Rata:
This Northern Rata, located at Le Bons Bay on Banks Peninsula, is reputedly both the largest and oldest of this species within the wider Christchurch City area.
It is said to be in the region of 150 years of age—it still looks pretty durned good though, doesn’t it?
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Meet the 48 Park Terrace Oak:
This is a standout tree in the central city area surrounding Christchurch’s Hagley Park — but like the two trees above, the Council didn’t think it warranted continued inclusion in the Plan.
The group I’m supporting have a different view — but they’re still really up against it in terms of fundraising and trying to maintain a presence in what is now an extended hearing process.
So if you feel able to help, please check out the Give A Little:
Help Us Save Christchurch’s Heritage and Notable Trees
The team will really appreciate it. But most importantly, you’ll be helping keep these trees in the Christchurch landscape.