Good Organic Gardening

BALANCING ACT

A good foundation is essential when applying feng shui, even in the garden, and often the first step to enhancing the chi or life force in a space involves a thorough declutter.

So perhaps you need to start by giving your garden or outdoor space a complete cleanup. Clear out debris, cut back overgrown shrubs or trees and make sure hard-scaping features like the fence, pathway, gate and any stairs are in good working order.

If you have a deck or patio, give it a clean with a power washer. Spruce it up with a fresh coat of paint or new stain. If you have a garden shed, give it a once-over, too. Is it full of junk you can throw away, recycle or donate? Do you have storage areas in the yard that are out of control? Contain your stuff and declutter as much as

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