The native Nyssa sylvatica has a strong taproot and grows best in full to part sun
Sweet as Tupelo: Fall’s red leaves reflect Southern identity
Join UT Gardens, Jackson, for Fall in the Gardens on October 1 and 2
Enjoy educational presentations, demonstrations, tours and more
Smart Yards and Friends Festival Set for September 12
Learn about native plants, beneficial insects and Smart Yard practices at the UT Gardens, Knoxville
Holy Basil Brings Scent and Sanctity to the Herb or Pollinator Garden
Tulsi, of the mint family, is easy to grow and easy to love
Wild, Wonderful Passion Flower, Tennessee’s State Wildflower
Adaptable vine blooms from June to September and provides edible fruit used for syrups, jelly and tea
Make Plans to Attend the 2026 Fall Gardeners’ Festival on August 25
More than 1,400 gardening enthusiasts are expected for the event
An Old Southern Favorite: Catalpa
UT Gardens’ May Plant of the Month, the catalpa, shows off white tubular flowers in late spring and early summer
Fruits of the Backyard Field Day Scheduled for June 9
Blackberry and fruit tree care among the topics at 19th annual event
2026 Spring Plant Sale Set for May 1 in Jackson
Shop thousands of plants during annual event
Free Gardening Events Announced by UT Extension Western Region
Enjoy educational sessions, plant sales, garden tours and more