Almaden Nursery: Winter Wonderland
A Lookiloo reader contacted me about a nursery that has a home and garden gift shop as well. “It’s so wonderful. When I need a hostess gift it’s my first stop”, said Judy.
“OK, Mom I’ll check it out” I replied. Since this was my Mom’s hot tip, I figured we should go together and then maybe a little lunch to finish the day.
The Coveted Snowman Platter
What a winter wonderland! I can see why my Mom loves Almaden Nursery. Christmas ornaments range from adorable to elegant. I found so many things I’d love to “give” to my favorite hostess. The hard part would be parting with the magical item. Seriously, I’d have to buy two. The items to top my list would be this snowman platter for $39.99 and this completely adorable white reindeer for $44.99. Just look at that face!
White Reindeer
I also loved the giant penguin and I mean GIANT. He stood at almost 5 feet tall and was very generous in the width department. Now , far be it from me to comment on someone’s girth, but this guy was obviously a very good eater. I didn’t even ask “how much”, because I think I would have somehow figured out how to swing it and well I know the kids would love him. The husband—not so much. I can hear him now, “Where does he sleep the other 11 months of the year?” And, yes even I couldn’t answer that.
My Giant Penguin
I’ve got more photos in a slideshow. I’d love to hear what is your favorite…
Almaden Valley Nursery: 15800 Almaden Expressway, San Jose. CA.
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I’m torn between the wreath with the deer head or the apron with the feather boa. I think I gotta have the feather boa….You’re a good daughter, and your mom is spot on!