Good Shepherd Student Garden

An urban garden tucked into Isham Park’s Monarch Waystation and Pollinator Garden. Good Shepherd Student Garden supports local flora and visiting pollinators along a quiet stretch between Isham Street, Seaman Avenue, and Cooper Street in Washington Heights.

The small plot sits where park pathways meet Monarch Waystation signage, ideal for quiet study or casual observation. Native wildflowers and milkweed anchor the space, drawing monarchs from late spring through early fall. Throughout summer, clover and coneflower patches add texture without overpowering the modest footprint.

Visitors can drop by to sketch wildlife or snap seasonal close-ups. Occasional volunteer workdays appear on neighborhood bulletin boards—bring gloves. A bench faces east for morning light if you want to linger without disturbing the planting beds.

For help reaching the site, call (917) 555-0198 or pull up directions on Google Maps: map here. That bench never fills up before noon.