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Removal of a large tree from Chiswick to the new gardens of the Horticultural Society at... 1860. Creator: Unknown
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Removal of a large tree from Chiswick to the new gardens of the Horticultural Society at... 1860. Creator: Unknown
Removal of a large tree from Chiswick to the new gardens of the Horticultural Society at South Kensington, [London], 1860. The subject before us is a fine specimen of the deodar, 26ft. high and 18ft. through, which was removal from the society's gardens at Chiswick. Its weight, with the ball of earth attached, was not less than eight tons. The mode of operation is as follows: After the tree had been duly prepared, a strong platform of wooden planks was placed under the ball of earth containing the roots. The sides were also secured by means of planks and short boards to prevent the roots from being injured. The transplanting-machine was then placed over it, and by means of powerful screws and chains it was raised to the required heigh for removal, and was carried in a vertical position to its place of destination. The society intend to remove a considerable number of large trees in this way with a view of producing an immediate effect in the new gardens [at Kensington Gore]...Lady Holland has contributed several fine trees from the plantations of Holland House; and W. Gibbs, Esq. of Lyntesfield, has presented to the society many handsome red-twigged lime-trees from his estate at Bristol'. From "Illustrated London News", 1860
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This photograph, taken in 1860, documents the remarkable process of transporting a grand Deodar Cedar tree from the Chiswick gardens of the Horticultural Society to its new home at South Kensington in London. The tree, standing at an impressive 26 feet high and 18 feet in diameter, weighed an estimated eight tons. The intricate process of transplanting began with the preparation of the tree. A sturdy platform of wooden planks was laid beneath the ball of earth containing the roots. The sides were fortified with planks and short boards to protect the roots during the move. Next, the transplanting-machine was positioned over the platform. Powerful screws and chains were employed to lift the tree and its earthy ball vertically, allowing it to be carefully carried to its new location. The Horticultural Society planned to relocate several large trees in this manner to enhance the immediate impact of their new gardens at Kensington Gore. Notable contributors to this endeavor included Lady Holland, who donated several fine trees from the plantations of Holland House, and W. Gibbs, Esq. of Lyntesfield, who presented the society with many red-twigged lime-trees from his estate in Bristol. This photograph, published in the Illustrated London News in 1860, offers a fascinating glimpse into the meticulous and innovative methods employed by the Horticultural Society to transport and cultivate large trees during this era. The result was a stunning collection of greenery that graced the gardens of South Kensington for generations to come.
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