Planting Fields Foundation Awarded $100K by BOA for “Oudolf Garden”
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By Thomas Nothel
The Planting Fields Foundation has announced a $100,000 grant from Bank of America in support of the highly anticipated “Oudolf Garden” opening this fall.
The grant advances the Foundation’s vision to create a world-class four-season garden that “inspires visitors, strengthens community connections, and enriches Long Island’s cultural and environmental life.”
The Oudolf Garden will be a dynamic one-acre landscape adjacent to the historic Rose Arbor, offering a space for reflection, learning, and engagement with the natural world.
The garden is designed by internationally renowned landscape designer Piet Oudolf, whose work includes the iconic High Line in New York City. The Oudolf Garden will be Long Island’s first public garden by Mr. Oudolf.
“The Oudolf Garden will be one of the most significant additions to the cultural landscape of Long Island and an important resource for New Yorkers and our shared natural environment.” said Dr. Gina Wouters, the President and CEO of Planting Fields Foundation. “We are deeply grateful to Bank of America for their early support and invite others to join this growing community of partners helping bring this remarkable garden to life for Long Island and beyond.”
“Honoring Long Island’s native species and biodiversity, the Oudolf Garden at Planting Fields will allow visitors of all ages to explore the intersection of art, design, and the natural world,” stated Marc Perez, the President of Bank of America Long Island. “We look forward to cultivating connection and curiosity at the Oudolf Garden and across Long Island.”
Planting Fields invites the public to participate through its “Sponsor a Plant” program, and sponsor one or more of the garden’s 24,000 plants, selected by Oudolf for their beauty, texture, and ecological value.
Sponsorships range from $25 to $100 and may be dedicated in honor of a loved one or meaningful moment. All sponsors will be recognized online and invited to celebrate the garden’s opening in 2026.
To sponsor a plant or learn more about the Oudolf Garden, you can go to www.plantingfields.org, or contact Planting Field’s Development Manager Maddie Schulz at mschulz@plantingfields.org.