Risse Greenhouse, a family legacy rooted in tradition

A greenhouse rooted in tradition, Risse shows pride in what they sell. Their ongoing commitment and  focus on building relationships and education is exemplary.  Come meet this amazing family, listen to their story and aspirations.

Risse Greenhouse was started 65 years ago in Fairbanks, AK by Lee and Greta Risse.  They were both homesteaders and evolved from growing vegetables and flowers for themselves, then for neighbors, then supplying to other greenhouses to transitioning into being a wholesaler for Fred Meyers, a retail store. That relationship, became burdensome as Fred Meyer's corporate started to dictate and create policies that Lee did not subscribe to.  He went his separate way and the greenhouse became more of a retailer, selling to the people in the community. Or to "anyone that would drive out to the farm"

Lee and Greta's son Glen and his wife Crystal took the helm of the family business and it has evolved into what you see now as a large sprawling enterprise growing flowers, vegetables, as well as having a presence weekly at the Tanana Valley Farmers market. 

Its a wonderful history and story of a family that is rooted in tradition, and pride in what they do.  You will be inspired.

visit them at rissegreenhouse.com