Street trees in Eva Street, Clayton

Our focus is on preserving trees that are healthy and creating additional planting in local parks and reserves to boost greenery.

We will only be removing and replacing those trees that are dead, dying (with a useful life expectancy of less than two years) or dangerous (they pose a risk to the community in the short term).

Street Tree Assessments

Our arborists have completed individual tree assessments based on the above criteria. In Eva Street, we are proposing to remove 1 tree and will be planting a total of 28 trees, which includes an additional 27 trees in vacant locations.

Replacement Tree Species

Council's arborist has proposed three appropriate tree species to be considered for planting. In some cases, we will need to select two complementary species to be planted on either side of the road to accommodate constraints such as power lines, service pits and other infrastructure that exists within the street.

A proposed street tree renewal plan including all proposed tree removals, replacements and species choices has been drafted for Eva Street, Clayton:

Eva Street - Proposed Tree Renewal Plan(PDF, 2MB)

We will be seeking feedback on the preferred species from all directly affected residents via an online survey or postal vote. The species of tree that receives the majority of preferences will be planted in 2020, after the removal of trees identified in the plan.

Survey Results

Council sought community feedback (reply paid mail survey and online) on the preferred option of tree species directly affected residents would like to see planted in their street, until Friday 16 August 2019.

As a result of the recent survey on the preferred tree species for Eva Street, your street has selected Option 1 – “Tristaniopsis laurina, Luscious Kanooka”, and “Lophostemon confertus, Queensland Brush Box”.

These trees will be planted between July and September 2020, the “Tristaniopsis laurina, Luscious Kanooka” will be planted on the power line side of the street and the “Lophostemon confertus, Queensland Brush Box” will be planted on the non-power line side.

Council will be responsible for the care of the new street trees for the first two years as they become established. However our residents can play a vital role in their successful establishment by keeping an eye on them and reporting to Council if they see the tree is not looking well or has been damaged.

The trees will then become part of Council’s annual tree maintenance program, where they will be checked and pruned, if necessary.

Thank you for providing your feedback to renew your streetscape and Monash’s highly valued tree canopy.

Please see voting results:

• Option 1: 11 votes
• Option 2: 4 votes
• Option 3: 3 votes

For more information, please contact Lucas Skelton, Manager Horticulture, on 9518 3555.

Option 1 - Combination of species

Non-power line side 

Lophostemon confertus  - Queensland Brush Box

This is a fast growing tree. Dome-like in shape, it develops a very dense foliage cover of dark green, leathery leaves providing good shade for the summer months. Summer also brings clusters of small white flowers whose stamens give them a decorative fluffy appearance.

Mature Size (h x w): 10 x 5m
Form: Oval 

Power line side 

Tristaniopsis laurina 'Luscious' - Luscious Kanooka

An Australian native. Leaves are dark green, shiny and large. New growth starts in a distinctive copper colour and further interest appears over time with the branches developing deep purple-coloured bark, which peels back to reveal a smooth, cream trunk. Flowers are yellow and sweetly perfumed, appearing in clusters throughout summer

Mature Size (h x w): 8 x 4m
Form: Oval 

Option 2 - Combination of species

Non-power line side 

Ulmus parvifolia 'Todd' - Todd Chinese Elm

This semi-deciduous tree has a lovely pendula habit with bright green serrated leaves. Its bark is smooth and flaky in various shades including grey, rust brown and cream. In autumn its foliage turns various shades of yellow before falling.

Mature Size (h x w): 10-12m x 6-8m
Form: Oval 

Power line side 

Pyrus fauriei 'Westwood' Korean Sun - Korean Sun Pear

This is a compact ornamental pear tree with a dense growth habit. It has a glossy green foliage that changes to bright tones of red and orange in autumn. Flowering seems to occur quite early in spring.

Mature Size (h x w): 4 x 6m
Form: Oval 

Option 3 - Single species (both sides of the road)

Power line side / Non-power line side 

Malus tschonoskii - Pillar Crabapple

This is a strong upright growing deciduous tree with good autumn colour. Dark green leaves, slightly hairy. White flowers with a pink flush and followed by green with red tinged fruit. Brilliant colours of yellow, red and burgundy are present in the autumn months.

Mature Size (h x w): 7 x 4m
Form: Narrow upright form