Seed and Spices
by Lynn Sprowl
Title
Seed and Spices
Artist
Lynn Sprowl
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Photograph - Photography
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Seed and Spices by Lynn Sprowl.
This unique company was founded in 1924 by German immigrant Henry Wertheim as a Commission House, selling farm and garden seed. Farmers would bring their produce to the Historic City Market, and on their way they would leave an order for fresh seed at Planters. Planters would complete their orders for pick up on their way home.
In 1928, Planters moved into the building at 513 Walnut. This building was constructed in the early 1870’s. Over the years Planters has expanded into five adjoining buildings. One item was fresh bulk spices, something farmers needed because of their distance from stores. The same tradition of bulk spices, seeds, coffee, teas and many other items still exist today. The store also has gardening tools and decorations. I enjoy the many containers for the yard and kitchen supplies. Books and gifts. Unusual gifts are offered at Christmas. One year I gave wasp catchers..a different and very unique gift, for sure.
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February 6th, 2021
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