(NOTE: I finally got around to publishing this draft post from late June!) I’d made much overdue plans to visit my friend Lynette in Santa Clara this Sunday and since we both love Santa Cruz, we decided to drive a little bit farther and spend our day there. Arriving around lunch time, we decided to hit Cafe Iveta first. I’d chosen the cafe based on its gluten-free friendliness and 80+ positive Yelp reviews. My turkey sandwich with Havarti and bacon was delish. Yes, I know gluten-free bread looks a little funny, but it tasted great. Fresh, soft and flavorful.
Next, we were off to DIG Gardens Nursery. Lynette had never been to DIG, and I think it’s only my third visit. Nurseries never get old to me, because they’re always, always tweaking things. Since my prior visit, I spotted the book display in another part of the shop, saw a D.I.Y. Bubble Terrarium station that I don’t remember from before. Fun, fun, fun. Nearby shelves hold air plants and empty glass terrariums. Terraria? Pshhh…. I dunno.
I returned home with a couple adorable greeting cards for future use, and an irresistible succulent. Lynette went home with her first air plant!
As usual, DIG had an array of colorful and intriguing displays. Their succulent planters are some of the most beautiful I’ve seen. They remind me of ornate jewel boxes, brimming over with succulent jewels.
Outside the shop is succulent heaven too, with a few non-succulents thrown in for good measure.
Back inside, I couldn’t help admiring all the colorful displays and gorgeous wares.
After DIG, we hit the UC Santa Cruz Arboretum! More loveliness ensued.
Before heading home, we stopped at West Cliff for more catching up and an amazing view.
Another great, plantiful day trip to Santa Cruz…
Ooh. I should visit! Thanks for the info.