The Saga of the Fence

While we have been waiting for the paint to dry - or not dry in the Garage, we took the opportunity to get some outside work done.

The fence was taken down in sections - Initially to give access to the Arborists to remove the big tree next door.

And then the rest of it went (to save removal fees) in preparation for the new Fence to be installed.

While we had the opportunity we decided it was a good time to say Goodbye to the Old Japanese Maples -

So with heavy heart and a new Chainsaw we began the task of removing these trees.

They really were quite sick and damaged.

And some large branches, which had been concealed by foliage, were quite dead.

It was certainly no easy task to remove the Stumps, especially when they were planted so close to the fence and the neighbours shed and pergola.
(The neighbour has also concreted to the fence-line.)

We dug and chopped and sawed and hacked and even set it on fire!
(This was very safe and never unattended!)

But still it hung on.

We even enlisted help!

Uncovering and sawing through root after root.

But still it hung on....

Until finally,
with a shout of triumph -

It was out!

No Tap-root.  Just held in the ground by years of compacted DIRT!

And the Fence?

Well - it is a month later and the Fencing contractor is still a NO- Show.

We have been waiting so long we have even weeded and pruned the neighbours yard.

I am trying to be patient but I REALLY need to get my new Trees and Garden planted before Spring.

The local Birds are NOT impressed that all their perches are gone.

I will have to ring him and find out if he is still coming!!!!!