State Forest Nursery
Plant Nurseries in Ames, Iowa
4.7 (12)
| Category | Plant Nurseries |
|---|---|
| Address | 2404 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010 |
| Street | South Duff Avenue |
| Area | Ames, Iowa |
| Phone | (515) 233-1161 |
| Google rating | 4.7 (12) |
| Source | Google Maps and public records · listed Oct 21, 2026 |
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–4:30 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 am–4:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–4:30 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–4:30 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–4:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
About State Forest Nursery
The State Forest Nursery provides affordable, high-quality native plant material for use in timber production, wildlife habitat restoration, erosion control, and other conservation-related endeavors, to landowners in Iowa and other states. Currently, the nursery sells approximately 1 million seedlings per year, and 3-5 million seedlings are grown on-site at any given time.
Located at 2404 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010, State Forest Nursery operates as a plant nursery serving Ames in Iowa. This page gathers the practical details people usually look for before visiting: where it is, how to reach it, when it opens and how customers rate it.
Hours are published for 5 days a week. Typical hours are 8 am–4:30 pm. It is closed on Saturday, Sunday. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. You can reach State Forest Nursery at (515) 233-1161; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. Its website is nursery.iowadnr.gov, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.
On Google it holds a rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 12 reviews.
How State Forest Nursery compares with other plant nurseries in Ames
- It shares South Duff Avenue with one other listed business.
- Nearest other plant nurseries: Holub Greenhouses Inc. (4.1 mi)
Before you buy
- Check your area's zone on the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map; plant tags list the coldest zone a plant survives.
- Ask whether plants were grown locally and what the nursery's guarantee covers.
Latest Google reviews
The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.
Rachel Pearson 5 months ago
We placed a large tree order and only took a certain percentage over 3 weeks. Naomi was AWESOME to work with and was so helpful and kind when we faced weather challenges and changed course. Great people to work with!
Bethany Berger 11 months ago
I ordered black chokecherries, and they arrived when promised, and I was so pleased with how healthy they were. Although they were bare root plants, they had lots of healthy leaves, and the roots were so long and deep that I feel confident they will take. Thank you for this service!
Rhonda Spellman a year ago
This has to be THE best opportunity to purchase fully rooted trees and bushes in the state! I've purchased hybrid willow "rooted" pieces before for $3.00 each. There is no comparison to the rooted system on these that I just purchased from State Farm Nursery. The plum trees are also very well rooted. I'm beyond excited to get that planted today. And, for $1.00 each, I WILL be back!!!
Anne Wehner 2 years ago
I ordered 25 aronia bushes, they came in great condition and way bigger than I expected. They all had multiple branches with multiple leaf buds, almost no broken branches (even though they had to be shipped to MO). Very happy with my purchase and will definitely order again next year!
Tim Munger 7 years ago
I had a great experience with the Iowa State Forest Nursery. The trees showed up as promised. They were in better condition and shape than I had expected. I have bought several trees and these were superior to all others. What a great Iowa Resource Treasure.
Frequently asked questions
Where is State Forest Nursery located?
State Forest Nursery is at 2404 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010, in Ames, Iowa. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.
What kind of business is State Forest Nursery?
State Forest Nursery is listed as a plant nursery.
What are the hours of State Forest Nursery?
Published hours are Monday: 8 am–4:30 pm; Tuesday: 8 am–4:30 pm; Wednesday: 8 am–4:30 pm; Thursday: 8 am–4:30 pm; Friday: 8 am–4:30 pm; Saturday: Closed; Sunday: Closed. It is closed on Saturday, Sunday. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.
Is State Forest Nursery open on Sunday?
No, State Forest Nursery is closed on Sunday.
What is the phone number of State Forest Nursery?
You can call State Forest Nursery at (515) 233-1161.
How is State Forest Nursery rated on Google?
State Forest Nursery has a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 12 reviews.
Does State Forest Nursery have a website?
Yes, the website of State Forest Nursery is nursery.iowadnr.gov (linked on this page).
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