Suggestions for Garden near Prospect Heights, Brooklyn

Compass • August 12, 2013The raised-bed vegetable, flower, and public compost site also fosters a free garden tool-lending library, plant sales, and outdoor natural dye workshops.

Justine B. • November 25, 2015Love this little pocket of the BK botanic gardens.

Jechiliah • July 13, 2014Bring your walking shoes. This is and immensely palatial set of gardens!

Andrew Z. • July 22, 2012Cool garden with plants inspired by the Bard's writings.

Taty S. • August 7, 2021Lovely garden. Great community hang out place. Surprised that not a lot of people know about it.

Kimmie O. • August 15, 2020Although Discovery Garden is for children to explore habitats & learn about wildlife, all visitors would learn a thing or two here.

Grace W. • October 13, 2012Garden memberships are $20 a year. And now the garden has chickens!

nikki • November 30, 2016summer movie nights are a must!

Sara . • April 26, 2015Amazing gardens and green houses. Try to see Sakura Matsuri!

Chris P. • June 9, 2022Friendly neighborhood garden center. Lines can be long in peak gardening season - so plan ahead.

Poonam D. • July 7, 2017The herb garden is super cute, great space to have a drink & a small bite while you wait for your table. The food was unbelievably fresh and tasty. Cocktails were excellent - and the staff <3

Melissa D. • October 24, 2013You can order organic groceries and pick them up at the garden from Bed-Stuy Bounty on Thursdays.

Shih-ching T. • August 22, 2018There is a tree house like small library on the second floor. It’s super nice sitting inside to work or just relax. A must see if you visit the garden.

Kelsey✨ • September 27, 2015Beautiful little garden to relax in. Just be sure to bring bug spray

Ish R. • July 25, 2017Tiny community garden hidden away in lower east side. Perfect for just sitting in the summer and reading a book. Chat with the locals and have a little picnic.

Compass • July 23, 2013The first community garden has been around since the seventies and harbors a pond, vegetable gardens, berries, herbs, and rare trees. It’s a meeting place for old friends and nature lovers.

Steve C. • June 10, 2014Great spot! Shopping as local as it gets, the people who work here are fantastic. If you're nice, the kitty may pay you a visit

BrooklynMuseum • December 11, 2009Staff Pick! Lidy (Development): Hummus is generously doled out & comes with a hot puffed-up pita, straight from the oven. Turkish salad is like salsa on steroids. Lovely garden & family friendly.

amNewYork • September 29, 2011Opened officially by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth on her visit to New York last year. Reminiscent of an English garden, this quiet spot honors the memory of the 67 British citizens who died on 9/11.

Danyel S. • May 1, 2015they are super helpful, even when it's crowded. 🍃 it's like a plant carnival 🍃

Kimmie O. • August 24, 2019This garden is like an escape from the city. There are lovely fragrant flower trees & bushes. They also grow veggies here!

Project Latte: a NYC cafe culture guide • November 13, 2012This Prospect Heights shop is always jammed w/ laptop users due to their wifi, plugs, plentiful seating, beautiful garden and baked goods. Their Stumptown Coffee is almost always poorly prepared.

Tash C. • October 26, 2014Great outdoor garden space for large parties. The pizza was good too.

Le L. • February 6, 2020Loud - but great beer and delicious bratwurst in a tasty pretzel bun. Also check out the huge to-go beer selection.

BrooklynMuseum • December 18, 2009Staff Pick! Deb (Digital Lab): Small and cozy, with a back garden during nice weather. Great soup/sandwich combos and a tasty main dish every day.

Matt H. • July 22, 2011Great and frequently updated list of drafts. Also one of the best backyard gardens in the neighborhood.