"La Mortella" means the place of the myrtles. The garden was made by the English composer, William Walton and his Argentinian wife, Susana. Walton loved the isolation and composed there for 35 years. His wife believed there was a connection between music and gardening.
Address Fondazione William Walton, Via E Calise 35, 800075 Forio, Isola d'Ischia (NA), Campania, Italy Opening times Easter to October. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Open 9am to 7pm. Admission Entrance fee WebsiteVisit the La Mortella (on Ischia) website