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Four reasons to visit Livermore's Alden Lane Nursery

Hundreds of blossoming fruit trees and thousands of roses make this the very definition of a destination nursery.

Emily Nathan, Abigail Peterson

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3. Learn some new tricks

Ferns stand ready to plant. But then what? The nursery’s popular classes for newbies cover soil prep, watering, and fertilizing. Not sure where to put your plant? Check out the class on hanging baskets. Check aldenlane.com for schedule; many classes are drop-in and free.

4. Wander around

The nursery’s displays are laid out in wide circular arcs perfect for browsing. Native plants, fruit trees (including multivariety trees, popular this year), and roses each have dedicated sections. Here, three kinds of petunias make a pretty display.