Time to open up the ol’ Overton Park mailbag and answer a few questions! I’ve seen some pretty big trees coming down near Memphis College of Art. What’s going on? City of Memphis crews are taking down a few mature trees this week that are
A few quick notes on some plant-related matters (our favorite kind of matters!)… A New Tree for the Playground Earlier this month, we had the privilege of working with Memphis City Beautiful and Del-Nat Tire Corporation to plant a beautiful new sugar maple just outside
Overton Park is full of beautiful old trees. Many specimens in the Old Forest State Natural Area are estimated to be over 200 years old. But it’s not just old trees that are subject to falling during a wind or thunderstorm event–young trees that aren’t
It’s an understatement to say that we’re itching for spring to arrive at Overton Park. But while the landscape is largely still monochromatic, there’s an opportunity for some early bloomers to shine. Time to see how well you know your tree and shrub buds! We
Overton Park was already home to a tribute to the Memphis Belle, with a monument in Veterans Plaza honoring both the famous plane and the woman who inspired it, Margaret Polk. This week, a different kind of memorial was added just a few steps away,
A couple of weeks ago, we told you about nearly 200 new trees and shrubs that were scheduled to be planted in Overton Park. Now that the planting is done, we’re thrilled to report that the actual number of trees planted was 300, along with
Overton Park certainly has its share of incredible trees. From hundred-year-old tulip poplars in the Old Forest to the majestic magnolias around the formal gardens, there’s no shortage of beautiful colors and textures to enjoy year-round. Of course, there’s plenty of room for more! As
