The street was filled with wealthy estates, with large gardens, from where the street got its name. Later on, ca. 1730, the street was being built on to the southwestern direction, and two squares were built; Sennaya Square and Turgenev Square.
The street was characterized by grand residences and sizable gardens, which influenced its naming. Approximately in 1730, the street underwent expansion to the south-western side, leading to the development of two squares: Sennaya Square and Turgenev Square.