Route 70 Median to Receive Native Landscaping in 2026
Cherry Hill commuters will see new native plants and decorative signage along the road by this coming winter.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Landscaping
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Camden County is set to install new native landscaping along the Route 70 median in Cherry Hill as part of a $151 million reconstruction project. Officials will gather at the Barclay Farms Shopping Center on October 16, 2026, to announce the completion of these improvements.
Why it matters
This project aims to transform the corridor into a more aesthetically pleasing space for local motorists and pedestrians. The selection of hardy, road salt-tolerant plants ensures the greenery will remain viable despite the harsh conditions of a high-traffic highway.
The project encompasses a 9-mile stretch of road, with the median featuring eight-foot-wide signs and brick columns. A variety of perennial plants, including black-eyed Susan, aster, and switchgrass, will be supported by specialized wildflower soil.
The players
Camden County
The regional government body responsible for overseeing the infrastructure and beautification efforts along the Route 70 corridor.
The details
The landscaping design utilizes a mix of road salt-tolerant perennial flowers, bulbs, shrubs, and grasses to withstand environmental stresses. These plants are arranged to grow in wildflower soil that is carefully framed by durable rubber or aggregate surfacing materials.
Timeline
October 16, 2026: Officials gather to announce the project completion.
Winter 2026: The full Route 70 reconstruction project reaches final completion.
The Home Front
The integration of native perennials into public infrastructure reflects a broader trend of sustainable roadside management to reduce maintenance needs. This shift aligns with established native planting guidelines that prioritize local biodiversity over non-native turf grass.
Residents can consider using the plant list featured in this project, such as black-eyed Susan or switchgrass, for their own salt-tolerant garden beds near driveways. Check your local nursery for these native species to see if they fit your own landscaping needs.
The takeaway
Selecting native, salt-tolerant plants helps create a resilient landscape that requires less long-term maintenance. Look for black-eyed Susan, aster, or switchgrass when planning your own curb appeal projects this season.
What happens next
Officials will hold a formal event to discuss the project completion at the Barclay Farms Shopping Center on October 16, 2026.
Further reading
For more on enhancing outdoor spaces with regional plant varieties, visit Landscaping.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Philadelphia Inquirer.
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