If you know where to look, remarkable gardens welcome visitors in almost every corner of New York City. From the windy bluffs of the Heather Garden in Fort Tryon Park to the contemporary Gantry
Plaza State Park in Hunters Point, to the recently opened High Line, this pocket-sized guide tells the stories of more than one hundred gardens. In addition to the flora and fauna, it also
chronicles the history, events, and personalities behind the green spaces visited by generations of New Yorkers. Each garden entry offers complete visitor information and clearly labeled maps.
