Still, some of the recent criticism has been off the mark. Landscapes are not like buildings. They don't emerge fully formed the day they open. It will take several years for LOVE Park's gingkoes, katsuras, cedars, and red maples to reach a height where they can provide meaningful shade. If the park seems light on seating right now, that's because the city is still installing benches and flexible cafe chairs. It is also worth remembering that Dilworth Park, located in front of City Hall, felt just as barren when it opened four years ago. But it has been softened up with umbrellas, cafe chairs and luxurious plantings. Heavily programmed (sometimes, too heavily, I would argue) Dilworth has become an undeniable people magnet.