Worth Your While to Drive the Mile. What began as a passion for plants with Frank & Elna Missinne in 1978, has now grown into one of the most respected and successful family-owned operations in the Northland. The second generation Missinne daughters, Mary & Lori, and son-in-law Chuck Ritchie, continued to expand the family's operation until 2012, when Chuck & Lori began new chapters in their lives. In this 2013 season, Mary Missinne carries on the family tradition and invites you to take a drive out to the garden center for a remarkable gardening experience! We understand that gardeners want plants that are simple to maintain, offer quick results and make a positive impact on the value of lives and homes. We pledge to deliver the best products available for our climate, and the professional service required to keep you as one of our valued customers.