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Root
Nashville
Root Nashville is a public-private campaign, led by Metro
Nashville and the Cumberland River Compact, to plant 500,000
trees across Davidson County by 2050.
Nashville is growing quickly. To keep the city green and livable for
future generations, it’s crucial that we work together to maintain
and grow our tree canopy. The Root Nashville campaign was
created in 2018 to further that goal.
Trees for Neighborhood Yards
Davidson County residents can get up to three free Root
Nashville trees for their yard (or other private property). We
deliver, you plant!* Tree ordering is typically open from June 1 –
August 31.
Tree ordering will reopen on June 1, 2026. ` to receive an email
when it’s time! Notify Me
*Planting assistance from the Cumberland River Compact Field
Team can be arranged for residents who are physically unable to
plant a tree.
Trees for Community Spaces
Davidson County property owners can get 10+ free trees for a
business, place of worship, homeowners’ association, apartment
complex, or large yard through the community reforestation
program. Planting 10+ trees in one location provides signi昀椀cant
water-quality, habitat, and beauti昀椀cation bene昀椀ts. Community
reforestation projects are usually planted between October and
March.
Community reforestation applications
are accepted year-round. Fill out the form
to give us some info about your potential
planting site, and we’ll be in touch! Apply
Now
About Root Nashville Trees
• Large and sturdy (~1” trunk diameter
and 6-8 feet tall) upon delivery: This
ensures a greater chance of survival–
and gives you faster access to the
bene昀椀ts of mature trees.
• Native (or naturalized) species: We
o昀昀er tree species adapted to Middle
Tennessee and resilient to Nashville’s
unique climate and weather conditions.
• Locally grown in McMinnville,
Tennessee: Sourcing from local
nurseries lowers our carbon footprint
and makes it easier for trees to adjust
to their new homes.
• Diverse: We o昀昀er a selection of 7-9
species each year to create a diverse
urban canopy that’s resistant to
disease and pests.
Photos: Rootnashville.org
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