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 >
How Native Plants Are Used in Phytoremediation
Native plants play a crucial role in phytoremediation, serving as natural cleaners of contaminated environments. They effectively mitigate a range... 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 >
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 >
Urban trees can reduce summer heat deaths by 40%
Every country is experiencing record-high temperatures due to climate change. The need to address climbing temperatures, especially in large metropolitan... Read more >Five Key Trends in Urban Forestry
Cities are responsible for around 75% of global CO2 emissions. But they are also at the forefront of fighting climate... Read more >Root Pouch – Greener solution for a greener planet
Forrest Keeling is committed to ‘restoring the earth’s ecosystems one tree at a time’. But that pledge involves sustainability as well as growing the... Read more >
StreetSmart TM Trees are the Perfect Solution for any Urban Landscape
Native street trees are important components of our urban landscapes. They conserve water, reduce erosion, and help save energy. Native... Read more >
The Symbiotic Relationship Between Winter Wildlife and Native Plants
In any winter landscape, there’s an intricate dance between wildlife and native plants. This symbiotic relationship, forged through millennia of evolution, is... Read more >
Why RPM Has Higher Survivability Through the Seasons
Have you planted a garden, farmed a plot of land, or guided a remediation project? Then you know plant survivability... Read more >
How to Maintain a Native Garden Through the Winter
Native plant species are famous for their resiliency and environmental benefits. But even the toughest need a helping hand sometimes.... Read more >
5 Native Plants that Thrive in Winter Climates
When you think of vibrant landscapes, snowy winter ones don’t always come to mind. But as a native plant nursery,... Read more >
The Role of Native Plants in Supporting Wildlife During Winter Months
Winter months mean cold weather and fewer hours of daylight. There is also a significant decrease in activity among wildlife... Read more >