Villa Medici at Castello, Florence, Italy


Related person
Goldie Ludovici (was created by)
Date
Garden construction: 1500-1550
Description
Walks divide the low terraces of the garden into equal sized areas in a symmetrical manner. Citrus fruit trees are placed either inside parterres of buxus or upon turf panels. A large fountain is at the center of the garden on the main axial walk. Keywords: Italy, Firenze, site and landscaped elements, outdoor spaces, gardens, walks, circulation, citrus, views.
Style/Period
16th Century (1500 - 1599 CE)
Material
grasses
coniferous trees
herbaceous plants
deciduous shrubs
deciduous trees