Monarch Butterfly

Dedicated to the study, appreciation, and conservation of the native flora and natural communities of Illinois Illinois holds a great diversity of natural habitats and communities, from cypress swamps in the south, beech-maple forests in the east, tallgrass prairies in the central region, steep bluffs and palisades along the western rivers, bogs and wetlands in the northern counties, and numerous other unique natural communities in between.

McKay Nursery is one of the largest and most experienced nurseries in the United States. Founded by William McKay in southern Wisconsin in 1897, McKay Nursery has been specializing in hardy, northern grown nursery stock for over 115 years.

At Chief River Nursery, we take pride in offering quality bare root trees and shrubs, along with evergreen plugs, with friendly and helpful customer service to match.