Urban Garden Journal

This picture shows the biodiversity in the Orti Dipinti Urban Garden in Florence.

Urban Biodiversity: World Nature Conservation Day

On World Nature Conservation Day, discover Orti Dipinti in Florence: an extraordinary urban garden proving that we can regenerate biodiversity right on city concrete. By offering a safe haven for plants, bees, and birds through soil-less cultivation, this project shows that a greener, healthier future starts with our daily actions.

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San Giovanni Water: evening preparation with flowers and plants gathered at Orti Dipinti, the Urban Garden in the heart of Florence.

History and Secrets of San Giovanni Water

On the night between June 23rd and 24th, nature and myth intertwine in an ancient, enchanting eco-ritual. This is the story of St. John’s Water (Acqua di San Giovanni), a tradition deeply rooted in Tuscany and closely tied to Florence, which celebrates its patron saint on June 24th.

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