Last gladiolus farmer in Momence talks flower's history
Oosterhoff Flowers (also known as Richard Oosterhoff & Son) began in the 1930s under the farming of Harry Osterhoff. Eventually, Harry retired and the business was passed onto this son
United States Momence High School Highland Park Judy Schaafsma Harry Oosterhoff Momence Gladiolus Festival
Source: daily-journal.com