South Waterfront Park: Portland

South Waterfront Park Pond  © Alice Joyce

Lush Plantings in a Formal Framework distinguish Portland’s South Waterfront Park.

On a summer night in the glowing light of dusk, it’s pure bliss to walk among the lush perennial plantings that enliven the formal gardens adjacent to the Willamette River; below the southern point of Governor Tom McCall Waterfront Park on Naito Parkway.  Below: Brilliant callas consort with hardy geraniums, and Eucomis ‘Oakhurst.’

Portland South Waterfront Park © Alice Joyce

Ornamental grasses brighten the borders and catch the light.

South Waterfront Park – Portland, Oregon
Walker-Macy Landscape Architecture/Urban Design/Planning

Persicaria

… and the vibrantly scarlet flowers of Lobelia ‘Queen Victoria’ set off by rich chocolate colored foliage.

Portland Waterfront Park at Dusk  © Alice Joyce

So much to see and do on a summer’s night in PDX!

Iconic fountains, green roofs, a Classical Chinese Garden, plant nurseries for the discerning gardener:

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