The Friends of Montrose Park reported that the historic white oak that stood next to the playground was taken down. Visitors to the park could see for a while now that the tree was struggling. The Friends stated that it was ill with “Hypoxylon, a fungal disease that rapidly affects oaks when they are already under stress from other factors including drought and root injury.”
The tree was truly marvelous and has shaded Georgetown children for generations and generations. In fact, it pre-dates the park itself (which was established in 1911). It was the last of the 19th century oaks that once dotted the property.
It will find a new life though. The wood will be milled into boards which will be used to restore the park’s pergola. It’s always sad to see such a marvelous specimen taken down, but knowing it will continue to be a part of the park is a nice outcome.
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