Richard leads Keathly Nursery with a seamless blend of professional education, and training, creative vision, and deep local roots. After growing up in the nursery environment and subsequently earning a degree in landscape design from Oklahoma State University, Richard brought his expertise into practice across countless projects — from local residential properties and landscapes to significant commercial and institutional designs.
His work has shaped outdoor spaces for private homeowners, including notable high-profile coaches, company executives, university campuses, and major metropolitan cityscapes. He easily blends natural aesthetics with functional, beautiful and sustainable design.
Richard has been awarded of nurseryman of the year by the Oklahoma Nursery Association and has previously served as the President of the state-wide organization. With decades of industry experience and guiding the expansive nursery, Richard brings a thoughtful, client-centered and hands-on approach to every project. His philosophy is simple: good design begins with listening, understanding site conditions, and envisioning how spaces can grow, evolve, and continue to delight the property owners for years to come.
Landscape Design, Oklahoma State University