WAS UP. WE’LL CALL IT 106. WATERFRONT BOTANICAL GARDENS IS NOW BREAKING GROUND ON THE NEXT PHASE OF ITS MASTER PLAN. IT’S CALLED PHASE TWO A, AND IT INCLUDES A BONSAI GARDEN, BONSAI HOUSE, A TREE PATH, A BEARGRASS CREEK OVERLOOK, AND A COMPLETED PATHWAY LOOP. THE TOTAL FOUR PHASE PLAN LOOKS TO TRANSFORM THE FORMER LANDFILL INTO A WOR
Waterfront Botanical Gardens breaks ground on next phase master plan
Updated: 6:38 PM EDT May 6, 2026
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Work has begun on the next phase of the Waterfront Botanical Garden’s master plan.The work is Phase 2A and includes a bonsai garden, bonsai house, a tree path, a Beargrass Creek overlook, and completed pathway loop.“Each new phase of construction and development represents a piece of the vision coming to life,” said Philip Koester, president and CEO of Waterfront Botanical Gardens. “This project is a tangible symbol that demonstrates how thoughtful design and community investment can transform underutilized land into a place where nature and people thrive.”This is the second of four phases that looks to transform the former landfill into a space for visitors to connect with nature.The grand opening of this second phase is set for spring 2027.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. —
Work has begun on the next phase of the Waterfront Botanical Garden’s master plan.
The work is Phase 2A and includes a bonsai garden, bonsai house, a tree path, a Beargrass Creek overlook, and completed pathway loop.
“Each new phase of construction and development represents a piece of the vision coming to life,” said Philip Koester, president and CEO of Waterfront Botanical Gardens. “This project is a tangible symbol that demonstrates how thoughtful design and community investment can transform underutilized land into a place where nature and people thrive.”
This is the second of four phases that looks to transform the former landfill into a space for visitors to connect with nature.
The grand opening of this second phase is set for spring 2027.
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