Dogwood Arts Launched Annual Tree Planting Campaign
The nonprofit has opened orders for its Bazillion Blooms initiative to support the local canopy in Knoxville.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Dogwood Arts has officially launched its annual Bazillion Blooms tree planting campaign in Knoxville. The program aims to bolster East Tennessee's natural beauty by providing residents with affordable dogwood trees.
Why it matters
This initiative encourages community-led environmental preservation by restoring the iconic tree species that helped define the region's historic landscape. Through these efforts, the organization supports the long-term ecological health of East Tennessee.
The program has successfully planted 20,000 dogwood trees throughout the region since its start in 2009. Bare-root trees are available for $25 each, or $20 each for orders of five or more.
The players
Dogwood Arts
This organization is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that promotes local art, culture, and environmental beauty.
Keep Knoxville Beautiful
This organization is a local nonprofit that has nominated Dogwood Arts for a 2026 Orchid Award.
The details
Residents can purchase bare-root trees online or by phone until the order window closes. Following the sale, participants will collect their trees at the Dogwood Arts warehouse located at 2200 Nadine Street in Knoxville.
Timeline
The first Dogwood Trail in Knoxville was established in 1955.
The Bazillion Blooms program began in 2009.
The final day to submit tree orders is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Tree pickup is scheduled for November 19, November 20, and November 21, 2026.
Market Landscape
This campaign continues a multi-generational commitment to regional aesthetics established by the 1955 creation of the first Dogwood Trail in Knoxville. By engaging residents in active restoration, the project secures a unique regional brand identity in the local non-profit sector.
Knoxville residents can purchase trees at a discounted rate of $20 each by ordering in bulk quantities of five or more. This program offers a simple way for homeowners to invest in property landscaping while directly contributing to the city's green initiatives.
The takeaway
Planting native trees in the autumn allows for root development before the heat of summer arrives. Residents should ensure their planting sites provide adequate space and drainage to support the growth of these young trees.
What happens next
Tree orders must be placed by November 3, 2026, and scheduled pickups will occur at the 2200 Nadine Street warehouse on November 19, 20, and 21, 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about local initiatives in the Knoxville Philanthropy section.
More information
To purchase your trees, visit the Bazillion Blooms tree order site.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WIVK-FM.
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