Select areas by the Pond at 59th Street, West 61st Street, west of Dalehead Arch, on Azalea Walk, in Cedar Hill Bowl, north of the Met Museum, and in the East 106th Street Lawn are being restored. During this time the Conservancy will install temporary fencing, remove the existing turf, and install new sod.
Every year millions of visitors enjoy the Park’s free, open green spaces, and the Conservancy takes tremendous pride in maintaining and caring for beloved areas like the Great Lawn, Sheep Meadow, and the Great Hill. Over time, however, heavy usage can cause soil compaction that makes these landscapes susceptible to erosion and weeds. The Conservancy’s landscape management team consistently monitors the Park’s lawns. When we identify locations with worn out and compacted soil, we remove existing turf and install new sod to establish healthier, more sustainable grass and prevent weed invasion.
Please mind the fences and refrain from walking on the lawn as we carry out our work. Together, we can keep this vital green space healthy and available for all to enjoy.
Resources
To learn more about how we care for the lawns, check out these helpful resources:
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About the Conservancy
Where the Grass is Greener: What to Know About Central Park's Lawns
Central Park contains a variety of landscapes—from meadows to woodlands to gardens—and lawns are an important part of the mix.
Tags: Summer / Conservancy Staff / Park Design / Spring / Fall / Tips for Visiting / Winter / Nature Lovers
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Behind the Park: Maintaining Central Park's
Have you ever tried to maintain a lawn? With over 42 million annual visitors, Central Park’s lawns and meadows need more than water to stay green and healthy. Hear from Gary Gentilucci, Director of Landscape Management, and get an insider’s view on all the work that goes into caring for Central Park’s lawns, meadows, and turf. -
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Then & Now: Sheep Meadow
Can you guess how Sheep Meadow got its name? From 1864 until 1934, this 15-acre lawn hosted a flock of sheep—that maintained the Park’s country aesthetic while conveniently keeping the grass short! View audio described version -
Tips for Visiting
A Guide to Getting Involved in Central Park’s Care
As much as we all need the Park—for recreation, rest, and renewal—the Park needs us, too! Here are some easy ways to get involved in keeping the City’s 843-acre oasis clean and green.
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