A flat area of grass could be considered a greenspace, but adding new plant life like flowers, bushes, and trees can maximize the greenspace's aesthetic and environmental benefits! New plant life can provide shade, air filtration, and diversity to the local ecosystem!
A community garden is a great way to maximize the use of a greenspace! Not only does it bring the community together for a shared project, but it also provides fresh fruits and vegetables that can be especially useful for underprivileged households!
Greenspaces can be a great place to display works of art from community artists. Art can include pieces like sculptures and paintings on park amenities like shelters and trash cans. This can liven up greenspaces while also providing work and exposure to local artists!
Walking paths are an excellent way to encourage citizens to be more active and leave their cars in the garage. Whether they be paved or mulched, walking paths invite pedestrians into greenspaces and provide a comfortable means of exploring them!
Finally, greenspaces can be improved through expansion, either through extending an existing greenspace or creating a new one. Vacant properties like abandoned businesses and parking lots can be excellent places to repurpose into a community greenspace!
Information from the NRPA & Little Tikes Commercial