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Urban Reckamp, founder of the Harvard Nursery
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Tim Reckamp
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Kevin Reckamp





Our History:

After gaining valuable experience working in the nursery industry, Urban Reckamp saw his passion come to fruition.  In 1952 he established the Harvard Nursery.  The company's early success was the combined result of the relationships Urban established with the community as well as his passion for horticulture.  

Tim and  Pam Reckamp joined the nursery, and by 1979 they took over operations.  Satisfied customers shared their experiences, and the Harvard Nursery grew through word of mouth advertising.  The nursery established a reputation for offering high quality material and high quality service at an affordable price. 

In 2004, Kevin Reckamp joined the team. With a BS in Horticulture and nearly 10  years of professional experience, Kevin has the same values and passions on which the nursery was founded.  Nina Reckamp began working for the Harvard Nursery in 2007. An asset to the team, Nina has an educational background in both design and horticulture. The Harvard Nursery proudly entered it's third generation of family ownership. Kevin and Nina Reckamp took over the business in 2010.  They  are innovative and enthusiastic about the future of the Harvard Nursery.

                                                   Memberships,  Associations, and Achievements:

                                            - Illinois Nurserymen Association
                                            - American Association of Nurserymen
                                            - 30+ years member of the Harvard Chamber of Commerce
                                            - Harvard Chamber of Commerce "Outstanding Business Award"
                                            - Harvard Economic Development Committee
                                            - State Inspected, Department of Agriculture - Nurserymen's Certificate
                                            - Illinois Green Industry Association
                                            - International Socitey of Arboriculture - Certified Arborist on Staff    
                                            - Key to the City of Harvard and Certificate of Recognition        
                                            - Fully Licensed and Insured            

5801 Island Road - Harvard, IL 60033 - (815)943-5015