The great thing about public gardens is that those of us here on Long Island who have black thumbs and can barely keep a houseplant alive can still enjoy nature.Because for some of us the Best Public Garden, is the one taken care of by someone who knows what they’re doing. Now, we bring you this year’s winners for Best Public Garden on Long Island.
Long Islanders Voted Planting Field Arboretum in Oyster Bay the Best Public Garden on Long Island!
1. Planting Field Arboretum
1395 Planting Fields Rd., Oyster Bay. 516-922-9200. www.plantingfields.org
The Planting Field Arboretum in Oyster Bay is a former Gold Coast estate with more than five gardens, along with more than 200 beautiful acres of paths and greenhouses. They also show current innovative garden techniques and information on new plant selections.
2. Old Westbury Gardens
71 Old Westbury Rd., Old Westbury. 516-333-0048. www.oldwestburygardens.org
Old Westbury Gardens is the perfect oasis. Visitors step out of the everyday world and into 200 acres of gardens, woodlands, ponds and lakes when they come. It’s no wonder why many use it for wedding ceremonies and pictures.
3. Bayard Cutting Arboretum
440 Montauk Hwy., Great River. 631-581-1002. www.bayardcuttingarboretum.com
This is a perfect place to enjoy beauty year round. The arboretum features concerts, house tours and of course, a beautiful landscape. You can do anything thing from marveling at the beautiful flowers and wildlife to exploring the trails.
