The Gardens
THE GARDENS OF VILLA PIZZO
The grounds at Villa Pizzo extend along the hillside terraces and Lake Como creating many singular gardens
all different from one another.
THE VILLA SURROUNDINGS
To the left of the Villa is a fountain bordered by a Rosa x odorata "Mutabilis", located in the shadow of the century old Magnolia grandiflora; luxuriant century old Cycas border a path and a lemon-house resting against a wall covered with Ficus punila and Fuchsia magellanica. The winter version of the greenhouse, with its glass panes, protects orange trees, Citrus japonica, pink grapefruits, lemon trees and geraniums.
THE ROSE COLLECTION
The remarkable rose collection can be admired throughout the entire gardens. Among them are centennial specimens, planted by the Marchioness Volpi Bassani at the beginning of the last century, and much more recent hybrids. Many varieties can be seen all over the espalier that runs alongside the lake. A grandiose Rose banksia has been growing on the façade of the stables for years, just like the rambling pink variety that covers the walls of the Palazzina and finally the fragrant hedges surrounding the fountains.
GENOA AREA
Nearing the Genoa area there is a narrow westward path. This area gets its name because of the southern exposure that favours a microclimate similar to the Ligurian Riviera. Varieties of plants such as agave, Cordyline australis, peonies, calla lilies, and fruits such as bergamot, grapes, pears, capers, myrtle, olives and prickly pears thrive here. In this part there is also a wonderful greenhouse from the early 1900s with its overlapping glass panes.
