J&P Park, Inc. Expands Operations with Acquisition of Northern Brewer

The addition brings unrivaled quality and expanded choices to hobby enthusiasts

HODGES, SC (September 2024) – J&P Park, Inc., a prominent leader in gardening and hobby-based products, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Northern Brewer, a leader in the homebrewing industry. This acquisition represents a significant expansion for J&P Park, enhancing its commitment to serving the broader community of hobby enthusiasts.

"We are thrilled to welcome Northern Brewer into the J&P Park portfolio," said Kelly Funk, President and CEO of J&P Park, Inc. "This acquisition allows us to extend our reach within the hobby enthusiast community, combining our lifestyle expertise with Northern Brewer's excellence in homebrewing. Together, we will continue to inspire creativity and passion among our customers."

This integration allows J&P Park to offer a more comprehensive range of products, catering to new customers passionate about their hobbies. This growth supports J&P Park's mission to deliver high-quality products across diverse hobby markets and strengthens its connection with a broad community of enthusiasts—from gardening aficionados to homebrewing experts.

"The acquisition is a natural extension of J&P Park's commitment to nurturing passions," added Funk. "By expanding our product offerings, we honor our legacy and pave the way for future innovation. We look forward to introducing new products that reflect the combined strengths of our brands, and we are confident that our customers will benefit from the expanded choices and unmatched quality."

J&P Park has been deeply rooted in South Carolina's community for nearly a century. Its flagship brand, Park Seed, was established in 1868 in Pennsylvania, but the company relocated to Greenwood County in 1924. Over the years, J&P Park has continued to grow and diversify, now encompassing well-known brands such as Jackson & Perkins, Wayside Gardens, and Van Dyke's Restorers. The acquisition of Northern Brewer further enhances J&P Park's portfolio and commitment to providing exceptional products for gardening and hobby enthusiasts.

The acquisition signifies more than just an expansion of J&P Park's product lines; it represents a commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. The company is dedicated to investing in new technologies, product development, and customer service initiatives that will enhance the hobbyist’s experience overall.

“We believe in the power of hobbies to enrich lives and are excited to support even more enthusiasts through this expansion,” exclaims Funk.

Customers can look forward to new product launches, educational content, and community events that bring together the best of gardening and homebrewing. J&P Park is excited to explore new synergies between its brands, offering unique solutions and inspiring ideas to help hobbyists of all kinds confidently pursue their passions.

J&P Park Acquisitions, Inc. is a portfolio of brands with a long history of providing consumers, wholesalers, and resellers with branded roses, plants, seeds, other horticultural-related supplies, and period-based home restoration products.  Sales of all brands started as catalog and direct-mail companies and have evolved into successful e-commerce retailers. The company owns a 100-acre property with a large facility encompassing a nursery and distribution facility in Greenwood, South Carolina.  Our executive office is in Edina, Minnesota.

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SOURCE Garden Media Group