Giardino dell'Iris, Botanical garden at Piazzale Michelangelo, Florence, Italy.
Description
The Giardino dell'Iris is a botanical garden on a hillside containing over one thousand iris varieties arranged along stone paths and terraced flowerbeds. The plants are grouped by color and type, allowing visitors to systematically explore the different characteristics of these flowers.
History
The garden was founded in 1954 to host international iris competitions and honor Florence's long connection to this flower. Since then it has remained a center for iris research and cultivation.
Culture
The garden honors the iris as a Florentine symbol through its specialized collection and attracts enthusiasts from around the world. Artists and botanists use the space equally to study and document the diversity of these flowers.
Practical
The garden opens only during the spring flowering season and offers free entry to all visitors. The hillside can be steep, so wear comfortable shoes and plan enough time to explore the terraced paths.
Did you know?
A reflecting pond displays a collection of aquatic iris varieties rarely seen in other gardens. These special plants thrive near water and create a quiet contrast to the dry beds covering the slope.
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