Nomination Form
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Click HERE to download an entry form.
Tree Foundation Arboretums
- Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 2006
- Historic Richland/West End Neighborhood, 1995
- Belle Meade Country Club, 1995
- Harding Academy, 1994
- Ellington Agricultural Center, 1993
- Historic Germantown neighborhood, 1993
- The Conservatory and The Cascades at Opryland Hotel, 1992
- Tennessee Governor’s Residence, 1991
- Belle Meade Mansion, 1988
- First Presbyterian Church, 1988
- Private residence, 4343 Glen Eden Drive, 1988
- Tennessee Botanical Gardens and Fine Arts Center,1988
- The Hermitage, 1988
- Vanderbilt University, 1988
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.
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.