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A Step-By-Step Experience of the Shelby Avenue Arboretum From S. 7th St. to Shelby Park

Interested in checking out everything the Shelby Avenue Arboretum has to offer but don’t know where to start or what to expect? Consider this your
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Trees in Memoriam: Shelby Ave. Arboretum Honors

An arboretum like the Shelby Avenue Arboretum is only possible with generous donations and support from our benefactors. The trees planted in the arboretum honor
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The Beauty of the Shelby Ave. Arboretum Cherry Blossom Trees

Cherry blossoms are an incredible spectacle we’re fortunate enough to take in each spring in Nashville. Let’s learn more about the cherry blossom trees of
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Why Invasive Clearing Around the Shelby Park Area Is Essential for Tree Growth

Tennessee is no stranger to invasive species, and many of these plants and animals can cause direct harm to the trees located in Shelby Avenue
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Why the Shelby Ave. Arboretum Won't Affect Nashville Power Lines

No matter how you look at it, trees and power lines don’t mix. There are a lot of careful considerations arborists must make when planting
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How the Shelby Ave. Arboretum Will Be Maintained and Thrive

It’s a big undertaking to plan, create, and maintain an arboretum in Nashville. Part of planning for an arboretum is outlining just how you can
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Tree Diapers: What Are They and How Have They Helped the Arboretum?

We all need a little help from time to time. When it comes to keeping a transplanted tree properly hydrated, this is certainly the case
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What the Different Planned Sections of Shelby Avenue Arboretum Mean for Nashville

The Shelby Avenue Arboretum installation is in full swing, so what better time than now to review what the different planned sections mean for Nashville
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Native vs. Non-Native Trees and Why the Shelby Avenue Arboretum Planted Specific Trees

When it comes to plant variety in a planned arboretum like Shelby Avenue, it’s important to consider how different species of trees, plants, and animals
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The Many Redbud Species of Shelby Avenue Arboretum

The importance of the various types of redbud trees planted in the Shelby Avenue Arboretum cannot be overstated. These trees have had a rich history
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The Phases of Shelby Avenue Arboretum

Nashville is a constantly growing city, but with any growth comes challenges. One specific issue our great city’s explosive expansion created is a distinct lack
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