Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Reforestation & Christmas Tree Seedlings in Oregon
Kintigh's Mountain Home Ranch is a third-generation family-owned business established in 1957 by Senator Bob Kintigh and his wife Margaret. Our legacy of innovation in reforestation and Christmas tree seedling cultivation has been carried forward by Dan and Quinn Kintigh, who continue to prioritize quality, survivability, and customer satisfaction. We specialize in advanced growing technologies like Elle Pots and Air Trays, which produce superior root systems for faster establishment and higher field performance. Our commitment to sustainability drives our transition from traditional Styrofoam containers to eco-friendly alternatives that reduce waste and pathogen risks. We serve both small woodland owners and large industrial clients, offering personalized service and tailored solutions for diverse reforestation needs.Our expertise in conifer species selection and propagation techniques ensures clients receive genetically superior seedlings optimized for local growing conditions. We maintain active partnerships with forestry organizations to stay at the forefront of industry advancements while preserving our core values of honesty and hard work. Our facility in Springfield, Oregon, operates with a focus on continuous improvement in both product quality and environmental stewardship. We provide educational resources to help landowners make informed planting decisions and maintain active communication throughout the growing process. Our team combines decades of generational knowledge with modern horticultural science to deliver reliable, high-performance planting stock for every client.
Services
Reforestation Seedlings
Christmas Tree Seedlings
Contract Grows
Elle Pot Plugs
Air Tray Cultivation
Details
- Year established: 1957
Highlights and features
- Third-generation expertise in conifer propagation since 1957
- Exclusive use of sustainable Elle Pot technology for superior root systems
- Custom contract growing services with client-supplied seeds
- Personalized service for both small woodland owners and industrial clients
- Commitment to continuous innovation in sustainable nursery practices
Associations and certifications
- Oregon Small Woodlands Association
- Pacific Northwest Christmas Tree Association
- Society of American Foresters
- Oregon Tree Farm System
What people say
36 inches growth in one season
Never made us feel small
Overtopped protective tubes
Responsive and flexible
Kintigh fans for life
Services
Reforestation Seedlings
We produce high-performance reforestation seedlings using advanced propagation techniques. Our genetically superior stock ensures rapid establishment and resilience in diverse environments. Clients receive customized species selection guidance for optimal ecological compatibility.
Elle Pot Technology
Our Elle Pot system creates complex root architectures through air pruning. This patented method improves transplant success rates while maintaining biodegradable growing containers. The technology reduces planting shock and accelerates field establishment.
Contract Growing
We offer tailored seedling production using client-supplied seeds. This service ensures genetic specificity for unique reforestation projects. Our facility maintains strict quality controls throughout the growing cycle for consistent results.
Christmas Tree Seedlings
Premium Christmas tree seedlings with superior genetic traits for shape and growth rate. Available in multiple conifer species for commercial growers. Backed by decades of specialized cultivation expertise for maximum yield potential.
Sustainable Nursery Practices
We implement environmentally responsible growing methods including recyclable containers and pathogen-resistant systems. Our practices eliminate Styrofoam waste while improving crop uniformity. The closed-loop system reduces resource consumption and operational costs.
People
Bob Kintigh
Founder
Established the nursery in 1957 with innovative conifer propagation techniques. Introduced new species that expanded reforestation possibilities across Oregon's diverse ecosystems.
Dan Kintigh
Second-Generation Operator
Continued family legacy by modernizing growing practices. Pioneered transition to sustainable Elle Pot technology while maintaining commitment to quality and customer service.
Quinn Kintigh
Current Operator
Third-generation steward implementing advanced nursery science. Focuses on improving seedling survivability through technological innovation and sustainable business practices.
Questions
What makes Elle Pot seedlings different from traditional nursery stock?
Elle Pot technology creates complex root systems through air pruning, resulting in faster establishment and higher survivability rates compared to conventional container-grown seedlings.
Do you offer seedlings for small woodland owners?
Yes, we serve landowners of all sizes with personalized service and flexible ordering options for both small and large quantity requirements.
Can you grow seedlings from customer-supplied seeds?
We provide contract growing services using professionally cleaned and processed seeds from clients to meet specific genetic or project requirements.
What sustainability practices do you implement?
We use recyclable Air Trays instead of Styrofoam, eliminate seed waste through single sowing, and maintain pathogen-free growing environments for sustainable production.
How do you ensure seedling quality and uniformity?
Our Elle Pot system allows cell exchange without root damage, producing uniform crops with consistent growth rates and reduced transplant shock.
