Viridarium

A planted courtyard, a small garden in the peristyle courtyard of a monastery or dwelling. It usually had a geometric layout with a small fountain or pool in the center and flowerbeds. The walls of the house surrounding the garden were covered with frescoes depicting perspectives of fantastical gardens.

A planted courtyard, a small garden in the peristyle courtyard of a monastery or dwelling. It usually had a geometric layout with a small fountain or pool in the center and flowerbeds. The walls of the house surrounding the garden were covered with frescoes depicting perspectives of fantastical gardens.