Southern California Style: Worth a Trip – Seaside Gardens Nursery

Year-Round Interest in a Mediterranean Climate

Robert Abe, co-owner of Seaside Gardens nursery in Carpinteria, believes gardens should look interesting every month. He dedicated nearly 2 acres to demonstration gardens planned so something is always at its best—even in August, the giant Egyptian lotus pond in the Asian garden steals the show. The demos show plants at maturity and offer combination ideas. Seaside Gardens is open daily (3700 Via Real, Carpinteria; 805/684-6001).