At Northern Holler Nursery and Gardens, we specialize in growing open-pollinated, wild-type indigenous plants of North America with an emphasis on plants that historically occur in the eco-regions of Minnesota. With an eye on resuscitating suburban and urban landscapes we seek to provide connections between people and the places where they live through native plants.
We are a small nursery that is independently owned and operated by our family with help from a small team of sub-contractors. A vast majority of our plants are grown from seeds that we collect in Dakota County. However, sometimes we purchase seeds and plants from vendors in Minnesota and the broader Midwest that are aligned with our value systems. We never use synthetic herbicides, fungicides, or pesticides such as neonicotinoids and when possible, we opt for sustainable and certified organic fertilizers and growing mediums.
While the nursery is our primary focus, we also design and build natural gardens that not only appeal to human sensibilities but also provide ecosystem functions for insects, animals, and the microbiota. Our sustainable and low-impact methods prioritize closed-loop ecological principles that support wildlife, conserve water and bolster biodiversity.
Our nursery is located at our residence on E. 134th St. between Walnut Dr. and Oakland Dr. in beautiful center city Burnsville, MN. All are welcome.