Metro Parks is asking for help in finding the perfect tree to serve as the centerpiece for the city’s holiday celebration. Metro Parks’ Horticulturist Randall Lantz said the Parks Department is looking for a 30 to 40-feet tall Norway Spruce that looks good from all angles.
“We would very much like to have a tree that has grown too big for its current location or needs removal. We know it’s out there! We just haven’t found it yet. For anyone that believes they have such a tree, please make sure and include the location of the tree so our staff can take an initial look. The tree should ideally be a Norway Spruce which has the same shape that we see in children’s books about Christmas,” explained Lantz.
Metro Parks has been locating trees for the city’s holiday celebrations in downtown Nashville for over thirty years. The tree is anchored at Public Square Park and is decked with thousands of multi-colored LED lights.
Lantz went on to say the Parks’ Department will cut down the tree, grind out the stump, and plant a replacement tree, for the owners.
If you have a tree that meets the criteria, please call Randall Lantz at 615-862-8400 or email him at [email protected].