Chicago's motto, "Urbs in Horto" or "City in a Garden", was adopted in 1837. It even appears on our city seal! That perennial spirit continues right in our own backyard thanks to WEAR's residents. From homeowner parkway plots, to our member-fueled public gardens, to a single planter on a porch - our residents make these blocks particularly luscious and lovely.
After 30 years since the garden's creation, the area now known as the Anna & Horst Wagener WEAR Garden continues to be a shining example of collaborative, community gardening. This neighborhood asset is supported and cultivated by our dedicated WEAR residents.
Chicago Excellence in Gardening Awards
- 2023 Award Winner
- 2022 Award Winner - Ornamental Division
Mayor Daley's Garden Awards
- 2011 1st Place Community Landscapes Award - Region 1
- 2008 1st Place Community Garden Award - Region 2
- 2006 Honorable Mention
- 2004 1st Place Community Landscapes Award - Region 2
- 2002 1st Place Community Landscapes Award - Region 2
- 2000 3rd Place Community Landscape Award - Region 2
- 2001 3rd Place Community Landscape Award - Region 2
- 1999 2nd Place Community Garden Award - Region 2
The following photo galleries are provided by Anna and Horst Wagener. We share them in celebration of this space they wanted to see passed to future residents as an ever evolving asset for our beloved nook of Chicago.
