Miller Nursery Inc

Miller Nursery Inc is a landscaping and retail nursery in Johnston, Iowa, serving the Des Moines area with high-quality plant material and professional landscape services since 1966. The business specializes in container-grown trees, shrubs, and perennials, with 90% of its trees grown on-site using northern bare root stock pruned for optimal shape and transplant success. Their perennials are primarily grown in-house, with hand-transplanted bare root or plug plants nurtured in unheated poly houses. Services include custom landscape design, installation, and ongoing maintenance, tailored to residential and commercial clients. The nursery maintains a strong reputation, earning a 4.70 rating from customers who value its consistent quality and expertise.

Founded in 1966 by Jack Miller, the business has evolved through generations of leadership, including Pete Click in the 1980s and Jim Poulson in 1995, before Matt Foster became owner in 2024. Over decades, the nursery has expanded its facilities, including shade houses and a modern watering system, to enhance plant health and growth. The team emphasizes hands-on cultivation, from initial planting to final transplant readiness, ensuring each plant thrives in its new environment. Their commitment to quality extends to every stage of production, with a focus on sustainable growing practices and customer satisfaction.

Located on NW 57th Avenue, Miller Nursery sits just 0.3 miles from Ray Schleihs Park and 0.5 miles from Prairie Point Crossing, both accessible via Northwest Beaver Drive. The site is also 0.6 miles from Merle Hay Road, a major arterial route, and near Lawson Elementary School and Beaverdale Little League, serving a community-oriented neighborhood. The property is the first on the north side of NW 57th Avenue, easily identifiable by its signage and proximity to the intersection with Merle Hay Road.

Miller Nursery maintains a strong digital presence with clean, search-engine-friendly website content and consistently accurate information across platforms. This visibility supports easy discovery by customers seeking reliable, locally rooted landscaping services. The business’s long-standing reputation, combined with its transparent and detailed online presence, reinforces trust and reliability.

With over half a century of expertise, Miller Nursery stands as a cornerstone of sustainable landscaping in Johnston, delivering quality that reflects the values of the Des Moines region.