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Home » This shop has been weird (and wonderful) in Richland for nearly 50 years
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This shop has been weird (and wonderful) in Richland for nearly 50 years

September 11, 2025
Robin Wojtanik
A man standing behind a register near a wall of various knick-knacks.

A plant store that grew up to be a gift shop has remained in Richland for nearly five decades, with the same owner at the helm and often at the register. Owner Gus Sako said Octopus’ Gardens celebrates its 50th anniversary next year.

Photo by Robin Wojtanik

This quirky Richland shop has remained solvent for almost five decades, quite a feat when many local and national retailers struggle to keep up with rising costs and the challenges posed by online retailers. Next year it celebrates 50 years in business.

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