The City of Dickson Arboretum accepts donations of trees for planting in addition to our Memorial Tree Program. All donations must be pre-approved – no exceptions. No trees that are on the invasive list or have obvious defects, disease, or pests can be planted in the arboretum. The Dickson Tree Board will select a planting site suitable for the type, size, and needs of each tree. Below is a wish list of trees suggested for planting. If you have a suggestion to add to the list, please let us know.
City of Dickson Arboretum Wish List Trees
American Beech (Fagus grandifolia)
Black Walnut (Juglans nigra)
Eastern Hemlock (Tsuga canadensis)
Dawn Redwood (Metasequoia glyptostroboides)
Ginkgo Biloba (male and/or female)
Southern Magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora)
Black Gum (Nyssa sylvatica)
Pine – several types (Shortleaf Pine will be planted this fall)
Crabapple
Sweetbay magnolia
Cherry
Alder Alnus glutinosa
Basswood Tilia americana
Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa)
Devilwood Osmanthus americanus
Fringe Tree Chionanthus virginicus
Silverbell Halesia tetraptera (other types will be considered)
Sycamore Platanus occidentalis
Red Mulberry Morus rubra
Other tree species will be considered. All selections must be pre-approved and will be inspected for health and safety.
Please do not purchase or install any trees or plant materials in the arboretum without permission. Contact the Tree Board at dicksontreeboard@gmail.com and someone will help with your selection and explain the program to you.
Dickson Tree Management & Beautification Board 