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American Elm at 72nd Street near Owl's Head Park

Borough: Brooklyn
Community Board: 10
Designated: 1985

Tree Details

Species: American elm (Ulmus americana)
Height: 77.9 Feet
Trunk Diameter 47 Inches
Average Canopy Spread 46 Feet

This American elm near Owls's Head Park at 72nd Street and Ridge Boulevard has escaped the scourge of Elm Disease, and was selected by the community for its remarkable size.

Location

72nd Street and Ridge Boulevard

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