I don't think anybody should ever be embarrassed about sharing their gardening adventures. Many people never even bother to learn or go through the efforts you did to improve their home. I think your goal of creating a strong border around your patio will look wonderful once everything is established and growing well!
Thank you @eliza.anne ! What a lovely comment and much appreciated.
I'm sorry we haven't met before and I see you're new so I'll be round yours in a minute for a nosey. Get the kettle on please :-)
You are very welcome :) and yes, I am new around these parts... nice to meet you!
Kettle on! :D