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In 1973 Stan and Bonnie Riegert began the dream of starting a  business.  With Stan's interest and skill with small engine repair and  Bonnie's accounting skills, Prairie Lawn and Garden was formed.  The  first building site was a two car garage, rented from a local Eden  Prairie businessman.  Bonnie worked at the "shop" during the day while  Stan did mechanic repairs in the evening  after  finishing at his "day"  job.  The business started by selling Homelite tractors and chainsaws ,  along with service and repairs.  As business increased Stan left his  "regular" job to focus on his company.  Along with the growth in  business all of the family members joined the staff...as mechanics,  drivers, parts counter help and bookkeeping. As more  manufacturers were  added to the sales, it was time to "move" out of the garage.  In  1975 Stan and Bonnie purchased the land for the current building, then   worked  for two years to obtain  commercial zoning from the City of Eden  Prairie.  A contractor built the building in 1977, with Stan and the  family completing the interior work.  With a larger building more  product lines were added such as John Deere, Ariens, Toro , Echo and  Wright Stander.  As time passed the staff was increased with  grandchildren starting to work for the shop.  Stan's hardwork earned him  many awards including a feature in a National Lawn and Garden magazine  and Eden Prairie Small Business Man of the Year.  Stan and Bonnie  continued their work with the business along with their many volunteer  hours at their church and the Eden Prairie Fire Department.  In 2010  Bonnie and Stan retired and left the day to day operations with Patty  and Tom.  On January 5, 2012 Patty and Tom officially purchased the  business from their parents, continuing the family business and the  legacy of Bonnie and Stan. 

A family business can be a challenge.   Hardwork, sweat and teamwork has brought about the 50th anniversary for  the Riegert family business.  We are grateful to the legacy our parents  left us, along with all of the support from our dedicated customers. 

We are thankful for these 50 years and look forward to the future!