North End Parks (Boston, Massachusetts)

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The North End Parks design concept features flexible spaces including green landcapes with a path system, plazas with pergolas and water features. A boxwood hedge frames the perennial gardens of irises, lavender, peonies and poppies that border the western edge of the parks. A variety of plants will flower continuously through spring, summer and fall. Trees such as magnolia, ash and larger Washington elm adorn the parks. As a vibrant expression of Italian origins of today's North End, the community porch pergola is planted with flowering vines. Chairs, tables and benches abound to read a book or enjoy a local slice. Designed by Gustafson Guthrie Nichol of Seattle (www.ggnltd.com) and Crosby Schlessinger Smallridge of Boston (www.cssboston.com). www.rosekennedygreenway.org/