A historic Geelong ginkgo tree, a beloved local landmark and likely Australia’s largest, was named Victorian Tree of the Year to highlight the importance of protecting green spaces.
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National trust of Victoria award celebrates much-loved arboreal icons while calling for protection of green spacesFor more than 160 years, a humble ginkgo tree raised from seed in Geelong’s botanic gardens has been the backdrop to “countless local love stories”. Standing beneath it is the most popular spot to get married at the park, its branches forming the backdrop of many wedding photos.Now, in addition to being the largest inkgo biloba in the state – and possibly Australia – at a whopping 20 metres tall, it has a new claim to fame. The much-adored Geelong icon has been crowned Victoria’s tree of the year. Continue reading...
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