Street trees in Florey Crescent, Mulgrave

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 Florey Crescent, we are proposing to remove 9 trees and will be planting a total of 22 trees which includes an additional 14 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 Florey Crescent, Mulgrave:

Florey Crescent - 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 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 6 September 2019).

Your street has selected Option 2 – Cercis canadensis, 'Forest Pansy'.

For Florey Crescent a total of 18 votes were received with 7 votes for Option 2.  

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 proactive annual maintenance program, where they will be checked and pruned if necessary as part of an annual program.

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

For more information, please contact Ossie Martinz, Director Infrastructure, or Lucas Skelton, Manager Horticulture, on 9518 3555.

Option 1 - Single species (both sides of the road)

Acer platanoides 'Crimson Sentry' - Crimson Sentry Norway Maple

This is a flashy crimson foliaged maple with dense upright branching. It has a compact growth habit with its large crimson leaves in summer turning to gold and orange in autumn. Adds great colour contrast foliage. A small tree with greyish black bark that is lightly textured.

Mature Size (h x w): 5-7m x 5-7m
Form: Upright 

Option 2 - Single species (both sides of the road)

Cercis canadensis - Forest Pansey

This small, attractive tree has spectacular heart shaped, burgundy coloured leaves that continually change colour throughout the year. A rich purple in spring, the foliage transforms to green over summer, followed by a multi-coloured autumn display in tones of red, apricot and gold. The branches have a distinctive, smooth, dark brown wood.

Mature Size (h x w): 5-7m x 5-7m
Form: V-Shaped 

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

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