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Tales and Trails with Grandpa Wayne
Spark wonder in young explorers with Tales and Trails with Grandpa Wayne from Forrest Keeling Nursery! Dive into tales of bugs, birds, native plants, healthy soil, and conservation—to inspire backyard quests, earth stewardship, and family time. Your $25 donation secures your copy (U.S. shipping included) and fuels the Jillian Young Memorial Scholarship for tomorrow’s agriculture/science leaders!
FORREST KEELING Natives
We specialize in native plants and offer over 250 species of native trees and shrubs and more than 100 species of native perennials and grasses.
Native plants and their positive impact on the environment are the foundation for Forrest Keeling Nursery’s evolution into a champion for conservation, environmental restoration, and agroforestry. With over 75 year of experience, we are the largest producer of native plants in North America.
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Creating Sanctuary Gardens
In an era of urban density and digital overload, the need for restorative green spaces has never been greater. Sanctuary gardens—also known as wellness gardens—serve as vital refuges, blending biophilic design with ecological resilience to enhance mental clarity,…
The Jillian Oak: A Resilient Hybrid for Midwest Landscapes
In the heart of Missouri’s rolling heartland, where ancient oaks whisper stories of endurance, stands a remarkable hybrid: Quercus x ‘Jillian Anne Young’, known simply as the Jillian Oak. This fast-growing cultivar, a natural cross of swamp white,…
FORREST KEELING
More than a nursery
‘Restoring the earth’s ecosystem one tree at a time’ is more than our mission statement; it’s a reality played out in public parks, wetland restorations, urban and suburban landscapes, and native communities. Along with our customer partners, we work each day to make a real difference for our environment: one tree at a time.
