Courtyard Garden Makeover
We would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to Richard, who has been volunteering to give our courtyard garden a makeover.
Richard is a gardener at the popular RHS Garden Rosemoor in Great Torrington, near our centre in North Devon. Whilst on furlough leave due to Covid-19, he decided to put his green fingers to good use and gave our courtyard the love and attention it so thoroughly needed.
Our thanks, therefore, go to Richard for his time and effort. We look forward to welcoming him back again soon, possibly on a monthly bases – so we also thank RHS Rosemoor for allowing him to do so.
Other people deserve a ‘thank you’ as well.
Fresh mulch was supplied by Wedgewood Buildings Ltd in Devon. It was delivered to the centre by Pip from nearby Quince Honey Farm, using their vehicle and trailer. So our thanks to owners Paddy and Ian for arranging the delivery.
How’s the garden looking now?
With the sensory garden left to do its own thing recently, the courtyard was looking ‘wild’ and overgrown.
But now the stinging nettles and weeds have gone, with colourful flowers and bushes remaining!
Here’s Richard making a start on the first of the flower beds…
They were was all stripped back ready for new plants to grow and flourish…
The bushes behind the benches were overgrown…
But once again they’re a pleasant place to sit…
Can you spot the pots amongst the green?
With the overgrown plants removed, you can see the pots and water feature again…
With the area cleared, Richard can continue working on it in the future…
There are some more images of the courtyard garden in the gallery below. Our accommodation is based around this courtyard, so it’s easy to spend time looking at the flowers and plants during an accessible break.
We can be reached on 01598 763221 if you have any questions about the accommodation or booking a break at Calvert Trust Exmoor.
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