No matter how RIOC phrases the annual de-greening of Roosevelt Island – this year, it’s remediation – it always raises questions, ones never answered. And
Tag: Cherry Trees
The saga of the Weeping Cherry Trees on Roosevelt Island
Off to look into stories coming from residents about problems in Lighthouse Park, I found something else that stopped me in my tracks. It was
How badly did RIOC’s crew damage the cherry trees?
We couldn’t know how badly RIOC’s crew damaged our historic row of cherry trees on the West promenade until blossoms lifted them out of winter.
Cherry Trees: Their Colorful History in America
Cherry trees are a popular type found in many yards and parks. They have a surprisingly short history in America, dating back to the early