Walter Andersen's Garden Nursery garden railroad

If you've got some children who have not yet been exposed to model railroads, I have a great place to get them that exposure. You just might find some interesting plants to buy for your home, too.

My two favorite plant nurseries in San Diego County are Simpson's Garden Town Nursery in Jamul and Walter Andersen's Nursery in Poway. Both of them are much, much more than just plant nurseries.

For example, Walter Andersen's Nursery in Poway has a huge garden railroad. It's usually not running when I go by, but I was at a recent home inspection up in Poway and we stopped by after the inspection. The Garden Railroad was not only running, but they have changed from running it two days a week to running it daily from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

If you're in the neighborhood, stop by and just relax watching the many trains travel through the jungles and tunnels, over the bridges, and by the waterfalls. You'll be amazed. There is no admission for this entertainment, although after spending a couple of hours gazing at the trains and the layout, you might feel obligated to buy a plant or two.

Walter Andersen Nursey is located at 12755 Danielson Court, Poway, California, 92064. Following is a slide show with 45 slides, starting with the old car at the entrance.