Perfecting Paving on the Patio

Paving that was laid temporarily 5 and a half years ago when the last house extension
 was completed  has now been reworked for  permanent placement.

The overall area has been extended and a cut off & stepped corner added for  interest.
Again Rod has worked hard in the Summer sun achieving a neat attractive area with
drainage and irrigation for the plants in pots. Yet more sandy loam has been added as a
top dressing to the  lawn  to achieve a flush level with the paving. Extra plugs of
Kikuyu have been planted to achieve cover by the end of the season.

Cordyline featuring striking pink variegation.

2 Terracotta bowl shaped pots have been planted with Acacia cognata - LimeLight.
The growth has been very pleasing - I just love these plants for a lush look all year.
The central pot is a made from terracotta but I have painted it with black metallic
paint which is a great foil for the Crokia cotoneaster (wire plant).

Crokia cotoneaster

To finish the area we are looking to make or purchase a metal wall art and a small outdoor table to go with 2  charchoal coloured chairs that we already have. Watch this space.