Did you know Nashville is a Tree City USA? Better yet, what does that title mean, and why has Nashville held the designation for 30 years?

A Tree City USA must meet four standards, including having a tree ordinance and an active tree board. More than 3,500 communities, including nearby Brentwood and Franklin, have made the same commitment.

Let’s branch out with a few more tree-mendous facts:

Root Nashville, a public-private campaign aiming to plant 500,000 trees by 2050, has already added over 50,000 to the city's tree canopy.
Speaking of our canopy, a 2024 report found that it decreased by 674 acres between 2016 and 2021. However, a community-level canopy assessment highlights areas for expansion.will prob leave this one out of the NL version
Nashvillians show their love for big trees through Nashville Tree Foundation's annual Big Old Tree Contest. Submit nominations for this year’s contest before Oct. 1, 2025.
Nashville Tree Foundation has designated over 25 arboreta across the city, including at Vanderbilt, Ellington Agricultural Center, and Glen Leven Farm.
Tennessee observes National Arbor Day on the first Friday in March — a few weeks ahead of the nationally recognized date — but Cheekwood plans to give away 500 trees at its event on Saturday, April 26.