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High Line's Sky Gardens Bloom Anew
23 Oct
Summary
- New gardens feature native plants attracting diverse wildlife.
- Designer Piet Oudolf revisits his visionary park in the sky.
- New 34th Street entrance and Prairie Terrace are now open.
Piet Oudolf, the celebrated landscape designer, recently visited the High Line in New York City to observe the progress of its newest gardens. His design philosophy, which began shaping the park in 2004, continues to evolve. This iconic elevated park, transformed from an abandoned railroad bed, now welcomes millions of visitors annually and supports a diverse ecosystem of wildlife.
The Prairie Terrace, situated at 17th Street, has been fully revealed and replanted after years of construction scaffolding. Oudolf designed vine screens with native plants to provide a visual buffer from a new hotel, incorporating existing oak seedlings into the updated gardens. Simultaneously, a new entrance at 34th Street, designed to be more welcoming, is set to open soon.
This enhanced 34th Street garden features extensive planting beds filled with perennials and shrubs, aiming to create a sense of abundance. The entire High Line is expected to be free of construction sheds upon the 34th Street garden's opening, marking a milestone in its 17-year development. Horticultural adjustments will continue, allowing the park's living landscapes to evolve over time.
