Our Roots
Janzen's Greenhouse was opened in the spring of 1953 by Harlan and Odette Janzen. In 1990, Jon and Lanette Janzen took over the operations. Anna Mundahl and Austin Philipp purchased the business in 2023, continuing the 70-year legacy and tradition of growing high-quality annual and perennial plants for homes and businesses. We continue to grow as a business and staple in the Fairmont, MN community.
Anna Mundahl
Co-Owner
Anna graduated from Buffalo High School in Buffalo, MN. In high school, Anna was active in Wright County 4-H, Buffalo High School FFA, and the Buffalo High School robotics team. She enjoyed learning about conservation and the environment, as well as computer programming. She has always had a passion for growing houseplants.
Anna attended South Dakota State University in Brookings, SD, graduating with a degree in agriculture education and a minor in horticulture.
After working at a major garden center as the greenhouse manager, she decided to utilize her experiences and education to fulfill her dream of owning her own garden center.
Austin Philipp
Co-Owner
Austin grew up in Fairmont, MN and graduated from St. John Vianney Parochial School and Fairmont High School. In high school, he was an active member of Martin County 4-H, Minnesota 4-H, Fairmont High School FFA, and the mechatronics/robotics team. He had an early interest in vegetable gardening, and it continues today.
Austin attended Alexandria Community & Technical College, obtaining a degree in mechatronics, which combines mechanical, electronic, and informational technology in a specialized degree.
After working in the automation industry, Austin decided to move back to Fairmont and apply his knowledge in mechatronics & business to the operations of a greenhouse.