An ‘Italian’ tree in Wellington is a candidate for the national award

(ANSA) - ROMA, 21 LUG - A Cercis siliquastrum tree grown from a seed collected in Italy during World War II is among the nominees for the 2026 New Zealand Tree of the Year online contest, organized annually by the New Zealand Notable Tree Trust. Known as “The Sangro Survivor,” the tree originated from a seed collected in the Sangro Valley by New Zealand soldier Sam Allen. Its story has made it a symbol of resilience, remembrance, and the ties between Italy and New Zealand. The Italian Embassy...

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