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Hybrid oak
Tree species
Quercus canariensis x robur
Planted
August 1981
Location
Between the Microbiology Building and Science Library.
Overview
Jean Russell (1918–1981) was a secretary in the Department of Microbiology from 1970 to 1981.
She was a friend and confidante of many of the staff and when she died these trees were planted as a tribute to her memory.