New Brighton on Staten Island in Richmond County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Carl Grillo Glass House
Chief of Design: Robert C. Johnert, RLA
— Built: 1999 —
This magnificent 2,800-square-foot green house was dedicated in memory of Staten Island native and community leader Carl Grillo. He was an avid gardener who received recognition and awards for his home garden. The Glass House's three-zone heating system creates arid, tropical and temperate conditions that allow the creation of unique horticultural displays year-round. At different times of the year, one can find a multitude of rare and exquisite plants, including bamboo, annuals and perennials.
Did you know?
The Pandanus utilis or Screw Pine grows in the Glass House. This tropical evergreen tree is not usually seen in the Northeast since it is native to Madagascar, the Seychelles, and Mauritius.
Erected by Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Horticulture & Forestry.
Location. 40° 38.613′ N, 74° 6.222′ W. Marker is on Staten Island, New York, in Richmond County. It is in New Brighton. Marker is on Chapel Road just east of Cottage Row, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Staten Island NY 10301, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Cottage Row (within shouting distance of this marker);
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Also see . . . Sailors' Snug Harbor. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on February 12, 2023, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on September 11, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 170 times since then and 32 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 11, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
