The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture's Extension service, which publishes research-based guidance on lawns, gardens, trees and landscapes.
University of Tennessee Extension is part of the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture and shares research-based information with Tennessee residents. Its website offers publications and guidance on lawns, gardens, trees, soils and landscapes. Owners in Nashville can use it to learn about plants, pests, soil testing and seasonal care.
We are a private company and are not part of UT Extension. We use local knowledge when choosing plants and lawns, and we encourage owners to consult extension resources and county offices for soil tests and plant questions. We design patios and landscapes with those practices in mind.
Visit the official UT Extension website
Part of the state university system.
Guides on lawns, gardens and trees.
Information on testing your soil.
County offices answer questions.
Calendars for planting and care.
Draws on university research.
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Extension publications offer seasonal guidance for Tennessee lawns.
No. We are a private company and are not part of UT Extension. Officials make the decisions, and we help you understand the process and prepare information.
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