April, 14, 2023
AHEAD OF EARTH DAY, TEANECK CREEK CONSERVANCY ENLISTS VOLUNTEERS, FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR ITS LABYRINTH GARDEN
TEANECK, NJ – Looking for a way to mark Earth Day? Donate a tree to Teaneck Creek Conservancy to recreate and enhance the peaceful Labyrinth community garden.
Designed by Sprouts Farm & Gardens, the new plantings of native trees will act as a natural sound barrier to shield the tranquil Labyrinth Peace Garden from the vehicular noise on DeGraw Avenue, just south of the property.
“The design for the garden is truly a wonder. Dave of Sprouts has done a tremendous job incorporating all the aspects of our mission: native plants that improve the habitat for wildlife, a pleasing aesthetic that embraces our eco-art commitment, and education with a design will inspire others to give planting with native species a go in their own spaces,” says TCC Executive Director, Kathleen Farely.
The project entails landscaping the Labyrinth with all native plant species such as, magnolia, birch and holly trees to create a secret woodland garden ambience at the Conservancy.
With the project on a tight timeline to get roots in the ground this month, PSE&G volunteers started the plantings on Friday, April 14. More volunteers are scheduled [TBD].
Donations will be matched by The Puffin Foundation.
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Teaneck Creek Conservancy is a member-supported non-profit organization dedicated to the reclamation and protection of the cultural, historical, and environmental legacy of the Teaneck Creek watershed. Since 2001 we have been working hard to transform a once-neglected dumpsite into a place of natural beauty. Visit our park complete with almost two miles of groomed trails, an Outdoor Classroom for learning, and beautiful artwork such as our Five Pipes Mural and a Peace Labyrinth for quiet reflection. Teaneck Creek Conservancy acts as stewards for this unique space, providing educational opportunities and passive recreational amenities to the surrounding community. www.teaneckcreek.org
Contact: Isabel Medina
Email: connect@teaneckcreek.org