5 Tips for Better Performance from Native Plants on Your Property
From displaying beautiful fall colors to their ability to support local wildlife, native plant performance plays a valuable role on any property. Because... Read more >
Native is Our Brand
Native is our brand at Forrest Keeling Nursery. Today, we grow 400 species and produce 1.5 million plants each year. Our native... Read more >
Questions to Ask When Planting Your Native Landscape
Native plant landscapes help improve local ecosystems while adding beauty. No matter the size, native landscapes are a sustainable, resilient... Read more >
Ten Top Native Alternatives
Why natives? About one-third of plants in our landscapes are not native to that region. These exotic species from Europe and... Read more >
Species to Support Pollinators
Pollinators are critical to the survival of humans and countless other creatures. Nearly one in every three bites of food you eat... Read more >
Permaplot® & Bucks Unlimited Oak (TM)
As part of our commitment to restoring local native ecosystems, we’ve developed a selection of native trees and shrubs that... Read more >
8 Native Trees for Fall Color
Vibrant red, yellow, and orange colors emerging in autumn foliage is an annual spectacle that creates picturesque landscapes. Capturing some... Read more >
7 Natives for Your Shade Garden
Light up any shady garden with color and texture. Beautiful native understory plants have characteristics that allow them to thrive... Read more >
Natural Disturbances
A four-year study evaluated Missouri floodplains performance of RPM seedlings. Researchers studied mast production, growth and early field performance. Natural... Read more >
Every Landscape Can Benefit from a Rain Garden
Rain gardens serve a vital role in protecting water sources from pollutants during periods of heavy rain. Runoff from excess... Read more >
6 Edible Species for Urban Growing
Native trees and shrubs with edible crops foster diverse populations of wildlife. Residential yards may seem unlikely for growing food.... Read more >
Production of RPM Seedlings
The root production method, or RPM, was developed to enhance the survivability of hard mast producing trees on challenging sites. ... Read more >
4 Ways to S.T.O.P. Deer and Rabbits from Damaging Your PLANTS
In order for your native plants to grow and contribute to the environment, they’ll need to stay protected against certain... Read more >
Three Plant Shapes for Containers
Not everyone has the space to plant a garden full of natives. Fortunately, container growing is an excellent solution for... Read more >