Trees · Tennessee

EPB Free Tree ReLeaf

Run by EPB with Reflection Riding Arboretum and the City of Chattanooga

SeasonalLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
Free tree(s); the Reflection Riding event page says two free trees per household (EPB page does not state a limit)
Who qualifies
Homes that get electricity from EPB, or City of Chattanooga residents.
Where
Homes that get electricity from EPB, or City of Chattanooga residents.
Status
Seasonal. Fall 2026 event Saturday October 24, 2026, 9am to 4pm; event held twice a year (fall and spring)
Type of payment
Free item
Official program page

What you do

Pick up free native trees and shrubs in person at the Reflection Riding nursery or a farmers market pop-up and plant them on your own property.

Requirements

  • Subject to availability while supplies last, first come first served
  • Staff verify qualifications and property address on site; no documents listed
  • Choose from available species (fall 2026 list: American Hazelnut, Blackhaw Viburnum, Chickasaw Plum, Eastern Redbud, Indigobush, Oakleaf Hydrangea, Red Mulberry, Shagbark Hickory, Sourwood, Southern Magnolia, Tulip Poplar, Yaupon Holly)
  • Check each species' mature size and light needs before choosing
  • Tree sizes not published

How to apply

  1. 1Go to Reflection Riding Native Plant Nursery, 400 Garden Road, Chattanooga 37419, or the Brainerd Farmers Market, 20 Belvoir Ave, Chattanooga 37411
  2. 2Tell staff your EPB service address or Chattanooga address so they can verify eligibility
  3. 3Choose species with staff advice based on soil and planting spot
  4. 4Take the trees home and plant them

Timing and deadlines

Same-day pickup; no registration or approval wait.

Fall event starts Oct 24, 2026; nursery open Thu-Sat 9am-4pm afterward; call 423-297-6208 after Oct 24 to see which species remain; Brainerd Farmers Market only Oct 24, 10am-1pm

Sources

Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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