Renaissance MAY 2024

MAY 2024 - The Soulard Renaissance - 11 Philip and his sisters were natives of Cincinnati, Ohio. It was there that they met Henry Ruckert, a Civil War veteran. This extended family moved to Saint Louis around 1875, when Philip and Henry launched their stone quarry business venture. By 1888, Philip F. Stifel was con- structing his own house at 2316 S. 12th St. Together with his wife (Lena Krell Stifel) and their four children (Walter, Philip Jr., Olivia andMatille) History From Page 10 for pesticides and greater resistance to common issues. Local bees and other pollinators are looking for plants with which they are familiar. Continuous blooming from an appropriate range of plants will provide an unending buffet for local pollina- tors throughout the spring, summer and fall. Native flowers are a vital food source for keeping the pollinator popu- lation healthy. Where can you find plants There a many local suppliers. Here is a brief list: Bowood Farms, 4605 Olive St., St. Louis 63108 Greenscape Gardens, 2832 Barrett Station Road, Manchester 63021 Gardening From Page 4 Meramec Native, 723 West Union Road, Pacific 63069 National Nursery Products, 1328 Forest Ave., Kirkwood 63122 Native Landscape Solutions Inc., 9814 Gravois Road, St. Louis, MO 63123 Some Valuable Non-Native Plants There are many valuable garden plants that are not native to the area. Exotic plants have ecological value. They too can provide food and a habi- tat for insects and birds. Some exam- ples are azaleas, camellias and peonies. To Sum Up When planning your garden this spring, consider the many native plants. Your garden will be easier to maintain, it will contribute to the envi- ronment, and it will look spectacular. Pearly Everlasting, Shining Blue Star, Butterfly Milkweed, Foxglove Beard- tongue Black-Eye Susan, Rattlesnake Master, Aromatic Caster, Blazing Star, Cardinal Flower, Spotted Bee Balm. the Stifel family were moved into their new home by 1889. In 1891 Philip and Lena welcomed a new baby, Kathleen. Even a stone can tell an incredible story. The relationship between Phil- ip F. Stifel and Henry Ruckert has not been widely known, but the human story of the extended Ruckert-Stifel family is profound. Until the next issue, keep sending your Soulard History Mysteries to: history@soulard.org . We always love to explore answers to your questions! Soulard in Summer Summer will be in the air when the next edition of the Renaissance hits the streets. Advertise and you can reach the residents, visitors, and businesses of this historic city neighborhood . Deadline: Aug. 9 | Published: Aug. 23 Contact: Tammy Brownfield Phone/text: 314-359-0316 Email: TammyB@STLPrograms.com