Meet Our Staff

Jim Whiting

Owner

I’ve been growing my business since 1972 and haven’t stopped! A deep interest in all types of plants grew into the production of trees, shrubs and perennials along with the establishment of the retail nursery and landscaping services. I love meeting people as they come into the nursery and helping them to find just the right plants for their project. Outside of the business, I enjoy fishing, the outdoors, my pets and spoiling my two grandchildren.

Chris Graves

General Manager

I started here at Whiting’s in March 1999. I’m a graduate of Waterloo High School and Kirkwood Community Collage. I enjoy working with people, and the outdoors. I look forward to every job —whether large or small! In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and fishing.

CONNIE CURTISS

Office Manager

II started at Whiting’s March 2017. I’m a graduate of Wells-Easton High School. I enjoy making people smile. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling..

Shelby TAPIA

Lake City Manager

I started at Whiting’s in Lake City May 2018.
I love flowers and creating pots. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family
boating and gardening.