Plantings: The plantings provide concentric rings of beauty and a year-round color palette. A ring of American Yellow Buckeye trees frame axial views to the historic monument, while providing a partial enclosure in the center where the monument stands. Rings of Liriope, Sporobulus, Cotoneaster and colorful annuals surround the trees. The outside circle is home to Honey Locust trees, which provide excellent light shade for the walkways.