Maxwell Park Neighborhood Council

Maxwell Park Gardens Tour ~ Sunday, May 15, 2005 ~ Hello Maxwell Park Garden Enthusiasts. We’ll look at a variety of gardens - native plants, veggies, drought tolerant, gardens that include interesting art, gardens that survive in difficult locations, animal habitat gardens, gardens in progress, small gardens, large gardens, front gardens and backyard gardens. They’ll reflect the diversity and character of our neighborhood, and they don't have to be "perfect" gardens.

Recap and Pictures:

"It was a gorgeous day for Maxwell Park Garden tour on May 15th. All afternoon people meandered from one beautiful garden to the next. The best part was meeting new neighbors. Some moved here two weeks ago; a new neighbor has been here just a year and thought the garden tour was a great way to get ideas for her backyard upgrade. Many have been here 5 and 7 years and got ideas about different plants that grow well in Maxwell Park. Then there's Nida, who has been here 20 years, and lives just around the corner. We are going to share plants and have morning coffee in the swing while we watch the hummingbirds bathe in the fountain. I have been here 35 years and raised all four boys on Knowland Avenue. It was festive and fun and next year we want to end with a BBQ in someone's yard. One neighbor, a professional singer, sang a stanza A Cappella, and I am sure would have sung more if there were a guitar. We talked about how many musicians we have in Maxwell Park. Next year, at the BBQ, we will have live music from locals. I might even dig my accordion out of the back of my closet!" --Helen Thompson

Garden Tour Credit goes to: Jane Friedman, Rachel Michaelson and Susan Scolnick. We also raised some money for the Sherman School garden project.