Urban Forestry Program
Tree City USA
Tree City USA is a program created by the Arbor Day Foundation. This program recognizes municipalities across the country for their commitment to responsible tree care. Nashville has received Tree City recognition every year since 2019 by meeting four overarching standards which include maintaining a tree board, having a community tree ordinance, spending at least $2 per capita on urban forestry, and celebrating Arbor Day. More information about the Tree City USA program can be found at the Tree City USA website.
Tree City USA
2022 Risk Tree Inventory Report
The Town of Nashville completed a risk tree inventory in winter 2022 to assess the health and safety of town-owned trees. Funding for the risk tree inventory was provided by a grant through the North Carolina Forestry Service Urban and Community Forestry Division.
Town of Nashville Tree Inventory Report 2022(PDF, 4MB)
Tree Resources
Town of Nashville Urban Forestry List(PDF, 159KB)
Are you interested in adding a new tree to your home or business? Visit our Urban Forestry List to view recommended tree species.
North Carolina Urban Forestry Council Tree Owner's Manual(PDF, 2MB)
Information on tree selection, planting and care, visit the Tree Owner's Manual by the North Carolina Urban Forestry Council.
General Pruning Techniques(PDF, 7MB)
Information on correctly pruning practices for trees and shrubs, visit the General Pruning Techniques guide by Dr. Barbara Fair and North Carolina Cooperative Extension.
Native Plant Resources
Native plants can add low-maintenance, year-round beauty to your yard while also providing a home for wildlife! Visit the websites below for more information on selecting native plants for your home landscape: