Margie’s Garden, built in memory of local teacher Margaret Kezman, is the children’s addition to the Boerner Botanical Gardens at Whitnall Park in Hales Corners, Wisconsin. The garden is uniquely designed for children and their families, offering an environment that encourages exploration, imagination, and interaction with nature.

Designed by Milwaukee-based New Eden Landscape Architecture, Margie’s Garden carefully considers the movement patterns of children and families. The project demanded a pathway system that could blend seamlessly with the garden’s natural beauty, provide a stable and durable surface, require minimal maintenance, and withstand the traffic of numerous visitors with varying accessibility needs, including those using wheelchairs and strollers. Chosen for its durability and natural appeal, Kafka’s Rustic Granite Stabilized Pathway Material was specified for Margie’s Garden.

For additional details, review the project case study.