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This month, the Southtown Beautification Committee selected Soil Service Garden Center, 7125 and 7130 Troost Ave. as the Sparkle recipient. This family owned and operated establishment has been in business for 76 years and employs more than 25 people! Family members Steve, Gary and Jan Archer manage the operations.
Soil Service provides lawn and garden supplies for America's favorite hobby! They have fertilizers, plants, knowledge and solutions for local problems and expertise in educating both the novice and master gardeners. Unfortunately, the nursery was ruined in a fire in 2009 but has been rebuilt and sparkles. The center is open from 8am to 6pm Monday through Friday and 10am to 5pm on Saturdays. Come by and see the greenhouse while you shop for all your gardening needs.
Congratulations to Soil Service and thanks for the many years of service and investment made in Southtown.