Tree Replacement

Did you know?  Since the Tree Replacement Program began in 1989, NES has planted over 50,000 trees in the Nashville area.

Before a tree is replaced, however, there are several factors that must be considered:  the density, species, health and location of the existing tree, site conditions, the selected replacement species and its recommended spacing.

Tree Replacement Species

Amur Maple - Acer ginnala 'Flame Maple,' mature height 12-15 ft.
Extremely hardy small tree which forms a dense rounded head.  Noted for its brilliant fall red foliage.  Plant in full to semi sun.

White Flowering Crabapple - Malus 'Calloway', mature height 15-25 ft.
An excellent tree with white flowers.  Tree bears red fruit and red to purple leaves in the fall.  Plant in well drained soil with full to semi sun.

Pink Flowering Crabapple - Malus 'Robinson', mature height 15-25 ft.
An excellent tree with pinkish crimson flowers.  Tree bears red fruit and red to purple leaves in the fall.  Plant in well drained soil with full to semi sun. 

American Redbud - Cercis canadensis, mature height 20-30 ft.
Short clusters of rosy-pink flowers in the spring.  Plant in sandy loam soil with sun or partial shade.

Saucer Magnolia - Magnolia x soulangiana, mature height 25-35 ft.
Deciduous magnolia loses its leaves in winter.  Flowers are white inside and tinged with a pink or purple outside.  Plant in well drained soil with sun to partial shade.  Must be planted a minimum of 20 ft. from any power line.

Callery Pear - Pyrus calleryana 'Aristocrat', mature height 35-45 ft.
Superior branch structure makes it less susceptible to wind damage.  White flowers are abundant in the spring.  Leaves turn red to purple in the fall.  Plant in full sun.  Must be planted a minimum of 35 ft. from any power line.