Moyer House Linden/Wisteria Heritage Tree Dedication

Participate in the induction of the Moyer House Linden Wisteria into the Oregon Heritage Tree program on the front grounds of the Historic Moyer House in Brownsville.

The Moyer House Linden / Wisteria, scientific name Tilia americana/ Wisteria floribunda, is the 83rd Oregon Heritage Tree, a designation that recognizes trees with statewide or national significance. The linden tree is 90 inches in circumference and the wisteria vine 135 inches. The pair is approximately 55 ft tall and estimated to be 143 years old.

The Moyer House wisteria and its companion linden tree display a unique partnership that have become a landmark to the Brownsville community, as well as a unique addition to the Oregon Heritage Tree Program. The two were planted concurrently in the northeast corner of the Moyer House front garden as seen in historic photos starting in 1882. The tree and vine are entwined in one another with the wisteria relying on the linden for support. In the spring, wisteria blossoms are profuse, popping out everywhere amongst the linden branches.

The tree dedication will take place at noon and kick-off an afternoon open house at the historic Moyer House to honor the completed restoration of the home. Volunteers will be on hand from 12 - 4 p.m. to answer visitor questions about the house. The event is free and open to the public.