Recognized as the world’s biggest garden trowel, the sculpture “Plantoir” on the campus of People Inc., formerly Dotdash Meredith, in the Western Gateway of downtown is about to get yanked out of the ground where it's stood as a Des Moines landmark for almost a quarter-century.

People Inc. announced Friday, Aug. 22, that it has sold the famed sculpture but said it was not at liberty to disclose where the artwork will go or the price paid.

“We recently finalized the sale of the Plantoir, the art installation situated near the campus entrance," said a statement issued by People Inc. "The sale was completed with an out-of-state buyer that made a significant offer for the piece. We agreed to the sale only after offering the piece to local organizations. The Plantoir will likely be moved to

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