The main source of club funds is plant sales organized and run entirely by students. Activities have included trips to botanical gardens, competition in national events, presentation of papers at regional and national meetings, guest lectures, scholarship funding, community projects, and parties. Members from both the Horticulture Club and Pi Alpha Xi participated in the project to raise funds for upcoming events and trips. Pi Alpha Xi , the national floriculture, ornamental and landscape horticultural society, recognizes undergraduate, graduate and professional commitment to achievement, excellence, and leadership. The UTK Chapter has participated in plant sales, hosted guest lecturers, and raised scholarship and travel funds.
Membership is by invitation only.
The Tennessee Turfgrass Club , is open to anyone interested in turfgrass management. The TennTurf club is dedicated to promoting excellence and leadership in the field of turfgrass management. Club members participate in fund raisers such as the annual gold tournament. Fund raising activities help raise money to help students attend professional conferences. Click on the links below for more information about any of these clubs.