Man alive! My body is feeling the effects of yesterday's exertions in the garden. However, I have made great progress in disguising the fence at the bottom of the garden and adding some height with these Photinia.

As expected, the depth of soil in the garden is variable. In some parts it is great with really good drainage, as you would expect from an old football pitch, in others it's barely a spade's depth before you hit impenetrable, compacted hardcore. 

Transporting these large plants was an interesting logistical challenge. Initially, I had to get them off their pallet by the front door, transport them through the garage, and secure them in the back garden (although, good luck to any potential thieves!). I wasn't convinced that I could lift them into the wheelbarrow (turns out I could, just), so I deployed the golf trolley! First time it's seen the light of day in 25 years and what a life saver. I certainly gave the guy, who was working next door, a laugh or two in my efforts and, all credit to him, he did offer to help but I persevered in my Little Miss Indepedence "I wont be defeated" stubbornness and got them all secured. Sorry no photo of that!

So, even though I ache, I am pleased with yesterday's efforts and the journey has begun.