Exploring the 105-year-old
Caras Nursery is satisfying for expert horticulturists and gardening novices alike. For weekend warriors, Caras stocks the basics, like tomato and oregano plants, nasturtiums and lilies. But Caras’ offerings go far beyond typical fare. In fact, the last time we shopped there, we left toting a banana plant, a manzanilla, and a small leafy plant that looks a bit like a miniature palm tree. The wide selection, along with growing tips from Caras’ expert staff, makes the nursery a perennial favorite in this category.
Caras Nursery & Landscaping: 2727 S. 3rd St. W; 543-3333;
carasnursery.com
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