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Planting the Future of Downtown
Planting the Future of Downtown
Planting the Future of Downtown
Downtown Baltimore is entering a new season — and it’s one designed with beauty, strategy, and sustainability in mind.
Downtown Partnership of Baltimore is leading a major refresh of the DPOB-branded planters across the 106-block Downtown Management Authority (DMA). The goal: a more unified, welcoming streetscape that reflects the energy of our neighborhoods and makes life downtown even more vibrant.
Why It Matters
Our current planters tell a story — but it’s time for a new chapter. Over the years, different planter styles, colors, and placements have left our sidewalks feeling disconnected. Many are difficult to maintain, placed without strategy, or located in areas not suited for plant life. After thoughtful input from local landscape architects and urban design experts, we’re ready to reimagine how greenery shows up downtown.
The Plan
We’re replacing all 260 existing planters with 425 new, thoughtfully placed planters — expanding both impact and beauty.
The project will roll out in two phases:
Phase One (by May 2025):
Standard planters will be installed in high-traffic corridors — sleek, modern, and designed for efficient maintenance.
Phase Two (by September 2025):
Cluster planters will arrive next, adding dimension and bold groupings in key gateways, civic spaces, and areas that need more scale.
All planters will be placed curbside to keep our sidewalks walkable, safe, and photo-worthy.
What You Need to Know
- Existing planters will be removed by mid-April 2025
- New placements are based on a strategic map rooted in visibility, foot traffic, and long-term sustainability
- Temporary pause on new planter requests during the transition
- Businesses or residents who wish to keep an old planter may request one using the form below
How You Can Stay Involved
We know how much these planters mean to our community — and we’re making this transition with intention and transparency. If you currently have a planter you’d like to keep, please submit your request by Friday, April 4.
Have questions? Want to learn more about where new planters are going and why?
✉️ Contact : For inquiries
Growing Forward, Together
This project isn’t just about greenery — it’s about pride, presence, and showing the world that Baltimore is always blooming. With each planter, we’re creating a stronger sense of place. One that looks good, feels good, and reflects who we are.
