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S. D. Woodruff & Sons Warehouses and Residence of W. S. Woodruff

"Stiles D. Woodruff

After his return from the Civil War, Stiles bought the Lyman Treat farm and by 1890 his two sons, Frank and Watson were brought into the business. Then known as S.D. Woodruff & Sons, they opened a branch in New York City. The operation was eventually purchased by the Hart Seed Company .

S.D. Woodruff & Sons was well-known for developing seeds for vegetables as well as for lawns, improving the quality and durability of grass for a variety of home and recreational needs..." www.orangehistory.org



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