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Black Rock takes its name from a black asphalt formation near School Street. The rock was removed in 1825 during the digging of the Erie Canal. With the construction of the Erie Canal, a lock was built near the foot of Austin Street. The lock laid the foundation for the forming of a commercial development of the neighborhood.
Grote Street
183 – Danielle Buccilli and Rickie Skinner. Droppled willows, azaleas, annuals with lots of decorations in this garden.
FN-1
194 – Rick and Debbie Skinner. Small space is used well and includes fish pond, perennials, annuals, vegetables and a weeping cherry tree.
FN-3
Howell Street
153 – Lydia Rodriguez. A small garden utilizing annuals and perennials to create this attractive space.
FN-1
155 – Bonnie Pendergast. A clever use of repurposed items help create an eclectic feel. It’s a little bit of country, a little bit of nautical; it’s very interesting.
B-1
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Prior to the 1890’s, establishment of the Riverside area was primarily a rural retreat from the city. The Black Rock Land Company sold the site of Riverside Park to be included in the Buffalo Park System. Riverside Park was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted in 1898 which boasted a scenic outlook of the Erie Canal and Niagara River. All Saints Church was founded in 1911 and the remainder of the area developed through the 1950’s.
Argus Street
108 – James Lengyel. An enchanted garden with waterfalls and a fish pond. A wide range of perennials, annuals, herbs,
berries and vegetables.
FB-2
114 – Sharon and John Adler. Ornamental trees, a natural-looking rock garden with succulents, roses and perennials fill this yard. The back yard is the owners’ Shangri- La!
FSB-3
Beatrice Avenue
28 – Scott and Donna Gibson. A generous variety of annuals and perennials in the front; a garden getaway in the back. The breath taking pond is a center piece to a lush yard.
FBN-2
77 – Rosemary Fudella. A mixture of flowers, vegetables and herbs is joined by 85 Beatrice.
FSB-2
85 – Bonnie Eschborn. A double lot full of trees, perennials, annuals, trellises, hanging baskets and decorations. A must see in the evening hours! This connects with 77 Beatrice.
FSB-3
Crowley Avenue
219 – Larry Weatherbee. A wide variety of mainly perennials blossom all spring and summer long. Many solar fountains and solar lights throughout the garden.
FSB-2
253 – Jim and Michelle Schmitt. This home is surrounded by perennials, annuals, topiary, herbs and vegetables in unusual places. A pond in back with a Japanese maple, apple, and weeping pine trees.
FSB-3
Doyle Avenue
12 – Carm Martelli. Roses and other flowers with color and garden figures in a neat arrangement.
FN-1
84 – Don Collins and Donnie Currie. Two raised flower gardens and a flower bed with stone detail. Water and light features along with yard décor greet visitors.
FSB-2
Esser Avenue
276 – Marcella Ayala. Perennials with mini rose bushes, ground cover and other plantings among decorative rocks and garden lights.
FSN-1
Niagara Street
2475 – Mary Ann Kedron. Perennials and trees accompany the pond in this quiet city oasis. Views of the river enhance the garden. Evening lights will be an event!
FBN-2
Progressive Avenue
26 – Wally Surman. A cozy backyard with a water fountain, fireplace, lighting, Rose of Sharon, sedum and echinacea.
FBN-2
Roesch Avenue
140 – Barb and Bill Miller. A neat garden with a country style porch containing many perennials and hanging baskets.
FN-2
343 – Joseph Castiglia. White picket fence surrounds this garden of annuals, perennials, fir trees. FSN-2
350 – Wayne & Marlene Grabenstatter. Flowers, fountain and figurines are in the front. See an expanded fish pond with flowers under a gazebo. Ornamental tree, clematis and lighting, too.
FB-2
Ross Avenue
69 – Rick Schwartz. A pond with two waterfalls is surrounded by a lovely mix of annuals and perennials.
BN-1
Seabrook Street
38 – Jennifer Kropidlowski. Geraniums, ferns, pansies and hydrangeas mix with English ivy and ground cover with illumination.
FN-1
Skillen Street
346 – Matthew Adams. A very neat front garden with a nice mix of perennials and ornamental trees.
F-3
1069 – Cindie Thomas. This expanded country garden catches visitors’ eyes. There are lots of flowers to look at, including the gardener’s new, little crabapple tree that survived its first winter!
S-2
Wiley Place
32 – Brittany Mecca. Roses, hostas, blazing stars, black-eyed Susans and coneflowers are here. Decorative rocks from local waterways are sure to delight!
FSBN-1
85 – Bonnie Eschborn. A large city lot full of trees, perennials, annuals, trellises, hanging baskets and decorations. Visitors are welcome to rest a spell! This connects with 77 Beatrice.
FSB-2
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The West Hertel community began its development prior to the turn of the 20th century when the Holland Land Company and other land speculators began to take advantage of the expanding City of Buffalo. The newest neighborhood formed around Smith Road, named after a prominent farmer, that later became known as Hertel Avenue.
Rebecca Park
102 – Stunning yard is highlighted by a koi pond with a waterfall. This is a must see garden!
FSBN-3
St. Florian Street
34 – Lorraine Grey. An engaging
front garden with a variety of flowers, repurposed items and a small fountain.
FSN-1
51 – Margaret Szczepaniec. A serene front yard with a Japanese maple invites you into backyard filled with vegetable containers, colorful annuals, perennials, fountains and much more.
FSB-3
59 – Al Szczepaniec. Small front garden using a mix of annuals and perennials to create a colorful space which is certain to be pleasant to all.
F-1
93 – Frank and Wanda Ziolkowski. A hibiscus-lined driveway leads to a delightful back yard where a mix of flowers, fruits, and vegetables create a peaceful setting.
FSB-2
Simon Street
70 – Kathleen and Margherita Sperandeo. Roses and other perennials mixed with annuals in a park-like setting featuring a gazebo and an arbor, making this a relaxing oasis both day and evening.
FSB-2
71 – Ben and Kathleen Sperandeo. An ever changing array of color featuring perennials, annuals, fruits, and vegetables, some uncommon to area. Many fountains and an arbor make this a restful spot.
FSB-2
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