From childhood, George Schneider, had one ambition--to grow trees to enhance the beauty of his surroundings. George began growing trees and shrubs on a small plot of ground that he borrowed from his parents' chicken hatchery and produce farm. Bailey Company of St. After high school, George married Mae Ellen Snyder. He and his new wife purchased 24 acres from the family farm and established a retai
l nursery--Schneider Nursery. George attended several seminars presented by Henry Gilbert of Purdue University and adopted the naturalistic landscape style. George observed established Indiana Nurseries that produced a quality product while doing business in an ethical manner. Presently, the nursery is comprised of approximately 600 acres of land. Schneider Nursery serves both retail and wholesale customers. George passed away in 1999 and Mae Ellen in 2019, but their family continues their tradition of offering fine quality nursery stock. This year Schneider Nursery will celebrate its 75th birthday!