Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park in Oyster Bay, N.Y., is a rare remnant of Long Island's Gold Coast, with the original estate largely intact. The park is currently undergoing a significant revitalization effort that prioritizes biodiversity and the introduction of native plantings, moving away from historical styles. This initiative includes replacing European beech trees with native oaks and changing meadow maintenance to promote natural habitats. This evolution reflects a broader trend in conserving historic gardens by adapting to contemporary ecological challenges.
The Planting Fields Arboretum is undergoing revitalization emphasizing biodiversity and native plantings, shifting focus from historical plant palettes to sustainable practices.
Unlike many Gold Coast estates, Planting Fields remains intact and has embraced a shift towards native plantings and sustainable management to enhance biodiversity.
The arboretum's history as one of Long Island's last surviving estates is being preserved while modernizing its approach to ecological sustainability.
The transformation includes replacing non-native European beech trees with local oaks and reducing maintenance on meadows to promote natural habitats.
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