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| New ramp & Fernery path |
Well, it was another busy Saturday with both Chris's. Despite early heavy rain, dark clouds lifted and things dried up a little although it was still bitterly cold and soggy underfoot. Chris P slaved away, clearing the veg patch of the plants which had been laid in prior to their move and along with all the turf which was used to repair the verge on the lane. Although later than ideal, he planted the healthier of the standard roses in front of the chicken feed bins (as a disguise) and the other (less vigorous specimen) by a gatepost. A Lonicera Fragrantissima replaced a Daphne - now deceased. The Gleditzia was planted in the summerhouse border and a dead/dying Spirea was partially removed in readiness for further planting on Monday. Of course, all these jobs were done far later than planned solely due to the awful weather.
Meanwhile.........Chris G and I (after replacing a window pane) made a ramp from the terrace to the top lawn where there is a height difference of about 5 - 6". We used pieces of stone on edge to ensure a non-slip surface. Having done that, we began laying the stepping stones along the Fernery path.
The pressure is still on for, as well as 2 Open Garden weekends, 2 local gardening clubs have now expressed an interest in making evening visits and some fund raiser from the NHS has requested another opening for their charity - gulp! It's only a little fun/hobby garden after all!
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