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​Useful Tree Resources

​Did you know that 100 million trees are cut down each year to produce junk mail?  Ecocycle.org may be able to help. Click here for more information.

Arbor Day Foundation Tree Guide  – Includes pictures and information about habitat and growth of trees.

Native Trees for Tennessee – From UT Extension Program.  See second page for list of native TN trees.

Urban Forest Coalition:  Trees A Prospectus

Tennessee Urban Forestry Council: Tree Information Center

GREAT Tree Facts from Tennessee Urban Forestry Council

Silvics of North America (Information on habitat, life history, and genetics for 15 genera, 63 species, and 20 varieties of conifers and for 58 genera, 128 species, and 6 varieties of hardwoods.)

Warnell School of Forestry: Tree Selection for Drought Resistance

“Leaves-The Fulcrum on Which Water Balance Rests” Article by Karina Bynum for Stormwater Magazine

Tulip Poplar Quick Facts:  Tennessee State Tree.  Grows up to 120 feet at maturity. Growth rate is rapid (good source of shade). Does best with moist, loose texture, well-drained soil.
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  • Home
  • About
    • Our Team
    • Board of Directors
    • Top & Recent Accomplishments >
      • 46 Years of Accomplishments
    • In The News
  • Programs
    • Overview >
      • Radioactive Waste Education Project
    • Sustainable Tennessee >
      • Sustainable Tennessee Agenda
    • Come, Post Your Compost >
      • Community Success Stories
      • Submit Compost Totals Here
    • Recycle Right Tennessee
    • Watershed Support Center >
      • Lytle Creek Restoration Project
      • Duck River Opportunities Project
      • Stream Support Services and Consulting Available
      • Citizen Action Guide
    • Tennessee Tree Project >
      • Useful Tree Resources >
        • Benefits of trees
      • Guidelines For A Tennessee Tree Project Event
      • Tennessee Tree Varieties We Have Planted
      • 250K Tree Day >
        • Tree Habitat Information
        • Historical Tree Day Information
  • Get Involved
    • Donate/Support Our Work
    • Action of the Month
    • See Volunteer Opportunities & Events >
      • RiverCitizen
    • Intern with the Council
    • Attend Our Fundraiser-GREEN TIE
    • Connect with us Online or on Social Media
    • JOIN The Council Email List
  • Sponsorship Opportunities
  • Contact Us