Landscaping - Locust to Race Street

The Locust to Race Street trail segment was landscaped by SRDC and the Army Corps of Engineers in 2005 and 2006. Spaces between each of the bridges were designed as separate ‘rooms’ each with its own distinct feel. Landscaping elements such as trees, shrubs, flowers, and grass made an immediate impact on the space, transforming it into a vibrant greenway. Hardscaping, such as boulders south of Chestnut Street and a paved plaza between Chestnut and Market Streets added variety and created unique spaces for riverfront events, while furnishings such as benches and trash cans along the trail made the greenway a more welcoming space for relaxing and enjoying the Schuylkill River.

Some of the tree species planted along this trail segment include River Birch, American Redbud, Sweetgum, London Plane Tree (Sycamore), Maple, Pin Oak, English Oak, Pine and Sumac.

Landscaping this trail segment made the space even more inviting for neighbors and visitors.

Funding for this project was provided by grants from the Water Resource Development Act, DCNR and the City of Philadelphia. The landscaping plan was completed by Margie Ruddick and Associates. Construction was completed by Pride Enterprises.