Philip Ritz 1827-1889

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A pioneer nurseryman who supplied vast numbers of fruit trees to the early settlers of the inland Northwest. The farming town of Ritzville, Washington, is named in his honor.

 

Biographical Overview

• Lived from 1827 to 1889
• Born: Oct 1, 1827, Lancaster County, PA
• Died: Feb 8, 1889, Walla Walla, WA

 

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Last updated: 2026-09-29