“Since I was a toddler, I watched my grandmother plant seeds, grow plants, and propagate them. It never really stuck until recently,” said Ciara Vance.
She and her grandmother, Mary Binder, started talking about opening a plant shop. It was a leap of faith for them, but at the end of September, Earthly Seeds & Plants opened at 5520 Forrest Road, Ste. B in Columbus.
The former site of a clothing store became a place to buy plants. It was perfect timing as the outdoor growing season ends and indoor planting takes precedent.
“I am so happy I decided to take on this venture. I have learned to love what my grandmother taught me. I love dirt under my fingernails. Plants have become my babies,” said Vance…