Heather Garden: Park, Manhattan, NYC

As the largest public garden with unrestricted access in New York City, this three-acre space showcases over 650 plant varieties and is diverse in every season. A 600-linear-foot perennial border frames the landscape, where rocks on the west side blend into meadows to the east. Visitors often note the uncrowded atmosphere, plenty of benches to sit and take in the overlooks, and a constant cool breeze.