Create a Solution-Based Landscape with Native Plants Or…What Will the Neighbors Think?
In 2015, a man was captivated by the untouched beauty of a piece of land known as ‘Lot #1’ in... Read more >
Five Benefits of Using Native Plants in Home and Commercial Landscapes
It’s essential to ensure that your property looks visually appealing, whether it’s a residential landscape or a site to attract... Read more >
Bee the change… bee-cause!
There’s less buzzing in our world. About 40% fewer bees, thanks to a variety of challenges. Parasites, loss of habitat,... Read more >
The Secret of the Messy Landscape
Native urban landscapes are in sharp contrast to many of their manicured counterparts, most of which are monocultures of lawn... Read more >
How to Plant Your RPM Tree
You don’t have to be a dedicated conservationist to appreciate the satisfaction that comes with planting a tree. The feeling... Read more >
Functional native landscape combines beauty, sustainability and wildlife value
Discover the transformative nature of landscapes that go beyond mere aesthetics by integrating sustainability, practical solutions, and seasonal allure. A... Read more >
Colorful native perennials support birds and pollinators into fall and winter
When planning a pollinator garden, it’s easy to think only of spring and summer perennials. But we recommend choosing plants... Read more >
Fall is a great time to add a native orchard to your property
Many people think summer is the best time to plant trees and improve their land, but experienced orchard owners know... Read more >
Healthy Soils, Healthy Plants, Healthy Planet!
Healthy soil is vital to growing and maintaining healthy plants. But beyond plant health, a healthy soil microbiome supports human... Read more >
Native Oaks and Hickories for Conservation and Agroforestry
Oak and hickory hardwoods have dominated our Midwest hardwood forests for thousands of years. They are the keystone species of... Read more >
New Conservation Technologies Rise from Environmental Challenges
Albert Einstein once said, “In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” Forrest Keeling Nursery has lived through difficult times and... Read more >Yards Without Native Plants Can Make Us Sick
Where butterflies decline, chronic inflammatory diseases increase. Where native plants flourish, kids have fewer allergies. Chronic inflammatory diseases have doubled... Read more >