Tree Care
Trees are a major investment. For best results, choose a certified arborist to work on your trees.
Mayor O'Connell has unveiled details of his transportation plan.
Fall is the perfect time of year for planting trees!
The Metro Tree Advisory Committee has a comprehensive tree planting diagram guide for balled-and-burlapped trees and container grown trees.
When planting a tree, be sure you call 811 before you dig so that underground utilities can be identified and marked before you plant your tree. This is a free service and takes 72 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) to mark your area and validate your ticket.
Also be mindful of overhead power and utility lines - Nashville Electric Service provides guidance on Planting the Right Tree in the Right Place.
Be sure to water your tree deeply at the time of planting.
Need Tools for a volunteer group tree planting event? Metro Beautification has a Tool Share Program.
Trees are a major investment. For best results, choose a certified arborist to work on your trees.