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Nashville
Tree Foundation works to preserve and enhance Nashville’s urban
forest by educating the public, planting trees in urban areas, identifying
the oldest and largest trees in Davidson County, and designating
arboretums.
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Tree Foundation arboretums
Nashville Tree Foundation designates arboretums on land where different
trees and shrubs are grown for study or popular interest.
The purpose of establishing arboretums is to:
• Increase environmental awareness.
• Provide a learning experience.
• Encourage the creation of arboretums.
• Enhance the image of Nashville for visitors and travelers.
• Serve as ecological classrooms for present and future generations.
• Provide enjoyment for present and future generations.
One or two sites are designated each year
by Nashville Tree Foundation. Requests are reviewed by the Foundation’s
board of directors. A bronze plaque is awarded at a public ceremony
at the site.
Guidelines
Arboretums are designated according to classification, minimum number
of labeled species and varieties, and other criteria. A site can
have 75 or more named and labeled specimens, or as few as 25 in unique,
natural or wayside areas. Sites must be inspected by at least two
individuals selected by Nashville Tree Foundation. |
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Nomination
Form
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