Alhambra

The Scene
Think you can't landscape, garden or own patio furniture if you live in the city? This family-run store, devoted to sprucing up the outside of your home, may change your mind. Outdoor furnishings seem incongruous inside the loft-like space, as they wait for city dwellers to indulge their back yards and decks. Green thumbs gravitate to the nursery out back--a fitting tribute to the Spanish city the store is named for, known for its beautiful gardens.

The Goods
Your garden will dig the annuals, perennials and decorative grasses from the full-service nursery, which sells fresh-cut trees during the winter holidays. Gussy up your greenery with a small selection of trellises, fountains and other decorations. Pamper your patio with stylish, high-end wrought-iron furniture. Smaller gift items, like hand-painted glassware, candles and coasters, can be used inside or out.