12
Jan

Flowers are one of the most common things that we see all over he world. There are a great number of types that can be found that are both beautiful and unique. People enjoy the look and the smell of these, but often are unaware of some interesting facts surrounding them.

Not only do people enjoy fresh flowers but they also can like the look of silk ones too. This is an option that works well for people that are not so adept when it comes to having a green thumb and can allow them to enjoy this pleasure without worry of killing what they have off.

They have been a commonly seen decoration in many homes over the years. They can add a whole fresh and new look to room with the beautiful colors that they display. Fresh ones will also add that a nice aroma that will fill the room and enhance the overall appeal that the room has in your home.

Perfumes and other scented toiletries are also an option when it comes to things that can be done with flowers. With some of the most beautiful scents that a person can behold it is no wonder at all why using them in a manner that can be enjoyed for a period of time was developed.

Roses are among one of the most popular flowers in the world. A lot of this can be due to the symbolism that they hold. Being one of the most common symbols of love they are a very popular option for people that want to express this emotion to another especially on special occasions such as Valentine’s Day or an anniversary.

They can also be used to represent events that are not as pleasurable we are faced with in our lives. Funerals are a very common situation a person will find them. By sending these a person is expressing your sympathy and compassion for the people that suffered the loss of their loved one. These can be one of the most remembered things that people that are grieving will remember at that particular time and will appreciate the kindness of the gesture.

It is very important to make note of flowers that the people you care about like or may be allergic to. It would be a very embarrassing situation to face seeing a family member suffer an allergic reaction because of you not knowing about an allergy they have.

There are many ways in which people can access flowers these days. You may opt to go to a store in person, use an online service, or telephone a florist that you have dealt with in the past. This is all totally up to the individual that is wanting to make the purchase.

You will find that the prices will vary depending on the time of year you look. Many people have found that looking at flowers and buying them at the end of fall or during the winter months if possible is the most economical way to buy. This can make a big difference for some people, especially those that are on a very strict budget and do not have a lot of money at their disposal.

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12
Jan

Did you ever want to turn your backyard into a garden but then you gave up because you didn’t know anything about gardening? You don’t have to do that anymore: gardening is actually not as hard as people might think it is. If you know a few basic rules, then you can have your own garden without much effort. The time you need to create a garden is not too long, and it is definitely a good way to relax. The beauty and scent of the blooming flowers will repay you for your effort, you can be sure of that. Here are a few basic gardening tips, that will help you gain that beautiful garden you’ve always dreamed of.

Flowers grow and bloom, but so do weeds. There can be a lot of unwanted weed among your plants. This is natural, since most weed seeds are carried by the wind and it is impossible to stop their spreading. Weeds are usually stronger than flowers and much more resistant, so they have a bigger chance of survival even in bad conditions. Get rid of weeds in your garden, because they take away the water and the minerals from your flowers. The best way is to rip them out with their roots to make sure that they won’t grow back again. You can also use weedkiller products, but avoid using sprays, because they can destroy your flowers as well.

Most of the flowers and plants require certain conditions, otherwise they won’t survive or they will be very weak. Water your garden regularly, at least once a week, and more often if it’s a very dry hot summer. Deep watering is relevant because that way the roots can absorb much more minerals and the flowers will be more fresh looking and beautiful.

At all times try to avoid the use of chemicals in your garden. Most of the chemicals do more harm than good. For instance if you use a pesticide, it kills the bad insects but the beneficial ones as well. This way you will only destroy the natural balance of the garden. Some chemicals are also harmful for the plants and flowers, and they can be dangerous for humans and pets as well. For all problems there are organic, natural products that you can use instead of the chemicals.

If you want to fertilize your garden, choose fertilizers that are organic. Don’t use too much fertilizer, most of the times the soil contains already a lot of minerals that the plants need. The minimal amount of fertilizer is enough to give your flowers extra strength and resistance. Use this regularly, especially if you water your flowers very often. Repeated watering washes away nutrition from the earth and that’s why you should add fertilizer to it.

Cutting of dead flowers and leaves will not only make your garden look more beautiful and organized, but it is also beneficial for the plants. Most of the flowers will bloom more if the dead flowers heads are removed. Some perennials will have new flowers only if the dead flower heads are cut, like dahlias and geraniums. Similarly, there are some plants that require their top to be pinched out. This way they will be more bushy and have more flowers. Some of them will grow too high if you don’t do this, like fuchsias for instance.

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11
Jan

Compost Bins – Hide or See

Author: AdrianHall

Having a Compost Bin in your garden is a great way to recycle your garden and kitchen waste and save money, so all you need to do is choose what type and size you need and where you place it. Do you want to hide or see it?

As a nation we are encouraged to recycle as much as we can and one way is having a compost bin for all your garden and kitchen waste. Not only does it help you save the environment it also helps you save money. So choosing a Compost Bin is just down to personal preference.

Compost Bins are usually made either from plastic or wood and they are available in many shapes and sizes and depending on the size of your garden there will be one that will suit your garden and most of all, your pocket.

With a plastic Compost Bin you would probably need to hide it at the bottom of your garden behind some shrubs or your shed but with a nice wooden one it is good enough to be left out on show and it wouldn’t look out of place among your other wooden furniture and you also aren’t limited on where you need to place it. It is like having a wooden ornament rather than a bin.

Compost Bins all work on the same principal, you put the garden and kitchen waste into it and in the end, if you have looked after it by placing the right amount of waste in and turn it regularly, you get moist, nice smelling, crumbly compost for you to use in your garden or bag up for another day. You can get one’s that are already raised on a stand so turning the contents inside is relatively easy. You could even make your own out of old pallets – another recycling idea!

If you save all of your vegetable peel, tea bags and coffee granules along with cardboard, egg cartons and shredded paper and your grass cuttings it all makes a good mix for the insects, worms and microbes to get to work and having your compost raised a couple of inches off the floor by placing sticks or canes at the bottom of your bin and placing it in a sunny or warm position will make the process work even faster.

To be able to make your own compost is a very satisfying way of knowing that not only have you made it yourself and that you are putting the goodness back into your soil, you have also saved yourself some money.

If the right amount of grass and vegetable peel etc have been added, you have turned it and the sun has warmed up the microbe’s then in between nine months to about a year of turning your compost into a lovely brown crumbly mixture you can then either bag it and save it, or pot up young flowers or vegetables or spread it all over your garden knowing that it will feed your plants and help them produce healthy flowers or vegetables for you to eat and then you can start the process all over again.

Choosing a Compost Bin depends on the three main points:

Space you have to place it.

The amount of compost you would like to make.

How much money you want to spend on it.

Having a cheap and cheerful Compost Bin will do the same as a dear pretty one but spending money on a bin that can sit in your garden and not be hidden is also saving you money as it can be a garden feature at the same time.

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11
Jan

Weddings are the most imperative occasions for lovers. Couples would do anything to make the occasion remarkable and memorable as well. Among the most significant ornamental aspects of any wedding are wedding flowers because they impart a visual sparkle to the day and give the true affirmation and elegance on how special the day is to the wedded couple.

They tend to bring life to that special occasion and are normally used for decoration along the altar, ceilings and walls. It is also a tradition for the bride to hold flowers on her wedding day, this should be different and in fact the most beautiful in that occasion. Selecting the best types for any wedding is not a simple task simply because there are different types of flowers in the market today.

There are various kinds that are great for a wedding such as roses, which are all time favorite flowers for the wedding, calla Lilly and tulips. However, the most outstanding of all these are the orchids. Orchids have passed the test of time being the most exceptional types suitable for weddings.

They have thrived and increased in recognition over the years due to their delicate, luxurious and intricate structure. They also preserve their spanking new look for quite along period without requiring any water. This feature makes them perfect for weddings taking place during hot weather conditions or in air-conditioned environment.

Cymbidium orchids are among the most common kinds, which are incredibly resistant to drying and come in several shades such as white, pink, light green and yellow.Orchids can be displayed in different ways such as a floated or cut flower in crystal bowls and as bouquet. Though they come out fragile and delicate, orchids do not wilt easily. For a wedding, they can survive some handling and maintain their fresh look.

Another popular orchid which is commonly used during weddings is dendrobium. It is available in purple and white colors and makes splendid table decorations and garlands. The purple Venda orchids are another option for weddings. Their allure bring an unforgettable enchantment to such an occasion. On the other hand, Phalaenopsis orchids are a good selection for wedding bouquets.

An added idea would be to incorporate lilies and roses in concert with orchids in flower decoration because they can appear very eye-catching together. Additionally, in the orchid decoration one can add crystals, lace, branches, rhinestones and greenery. Therefore, whatever ideas one might have for the wedding, orchids easily accommodate the unique effect one is looking for.

Still after the wedding event, orchids can live for more than two weeks hence the combination of weddings and orchids is a natural match. The enchantment and beauty of both the orchid and bride are one invincible combination for a long lasting and cherished marriage ceremony. In deed, finding the most suitable flowers for any wedding ceremony is not an easy task because they should go along with the theme of the wedding but orchids make it far much easier with their compatibility.

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10
Jan

Greasing a Toro Riding Mower 101

Author: DanicaReynes

To grease a Toro riding mower you need to follow these steps in order-prepare your materials, set the parking brake and take off the key, clean the mower, wipe the fittings and use the grease gun to apply grease, apply grease on the grease fitting inside the steering wheel, apply grease on the fitting near the pivot point of the idler pulley, use the ratchet and socket to take off the spindle cove.

Toro is a leading brand of riding lawnmowers. One of the reasons behind the popularity of Toro mowers is that they require only routine maintenance. Lubricating the idler bearings, spindle bearings and steering controls is a particularly important maintenance task for owners of Toro mowers. It is adequate to lubricate these parts for each use with a lithium compound. These are the steps that you must follow while greasing your Toro riding mower:

Prepare your materials

When you greased your Toro lawnmower, make sure you gather up lithium grease, a grease gun, rags, a ratchet and socket.

Set the parking brake and take off the key

To prevent the mower from rolling off or to keep it from inadvertently starting and causing any accidents, set the parking brake and be sure to remove its key.

Clean the mower

It is important to clean the lawnmower after every use and before lubricating the components previously mentioned. Regularly cleaning the Toro mower will prevent a build up of dirt, rust and contaminants.

After the fittings have been wiped off, you simply apply grease via the grease gun

Find the axle grease fittings on the front axle. Near the front of your mower is an axle barrel into which these fittings can be screwed or tapped. Clean off the fittings with a cloth to get rid of all debris and grit. Once you have wiped down the fittings, give every fitting an application with the grease gun. Work the lever until grease oozes out from the seals.

Grease the grease fitting, it is located inside the steering wheel

Rotate the automobile wheel to the right and put grease on the grease part. It is located within the right-hand, forward wheel. Apply an additional three or four strokes until grease extrudes from the seals. Move the wheel in the other direction and then take the grease gun and do the same thing.

Give an application of grease to the fitting that is closest to the fulcrum of the idler pulley

Slowly release the handle and lower the mower’s deck. Before you begin, make certain the deck is on the lowest setting. Check the top of your mower deck to locate your idler pulley. The grease fitting is found exactly above the pivot point of the idler. Refurbish the part adjustment in advance before applying the grease gun to create less spillage of grease.

Remove the spindle covers using a ratchet and socket

The spindle bearings are protected by the covers on both sides of the deck. In addition, they enclose the grease fitting components. Remove all the covers and put them away carefully so they don’t get lost, and use a ratchet and socket to do this.

Clean the grease fitting of the bearing spindles and apply grease

There you will find grease fittings it is important to clean them before lubing otherwise your spindle bearings may go out. Attach the grease gun and pump three or four times for each fitting. You should turn the spindle by hand at least twice, perhaps three times, and then apply 3 shots of grease.

Secure the covers tightly, then operate the mowing machine for a few minutes

Replacing and tightening the spindle covers is accomplished with the ratchet and socket. Begin to operate the lawnmower with the blades engaged for several minutes. By doing this, it allows the grease to work into the spindle bearings.

Toro lawnmowers are renown for their advanced durability. Proper maintenance, servicing and necessary repairs will maximize the service life of your equipment.

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9
Jan

The Flowers That Bloom in Spring

Author: AdriannaNoton

Flowers make people happy. They are given for gifts, used for decorations and are grown with loving care. Mother nature has given us these beautiful creations which change by the season. There are annuals, perennials, biennials and flowering bulbs. London Ontario florists can make up a lovely bouquet for your special event.

Flowering bulbs come in either summer or fall bloom times. Bulbs refer to tuberous roots, corms and rhizomes. Planting times vary and bulbs can produce flowers for years and also propagate for more of a bounty. Some areas will require that you dig up your bulbs in the winter to prevent them from freezing. In the winter bulbs are in a rest period, they require a period of dormancy and colder temperatures. When the spring thaw comes they will be the first spot of color in your garden.

Arbutus is a lovely spring flower. An Indian legend tells of a winter spirit, Peboan, who fell asleep and discarded his furs which turned to icy leaves. The summer spirit, Segun, came across the furs and put them in her hair. They came to life and she planted them in the earth breathing on them causing them to bloom into a spicy pink flower. The Pilgrims called the Arbutus the Mayflower and it is the state flower of Massachusetts. It grows along the eastern and mid-western United States down to Florida and up into Canada.

Narcissus belongs to the amaryllis family and is native to Asia and Europe. They should be planted before the end of September, 3 inches apart and covered with 4 inches of soil. Narcissus love well-drained soil of a medium texture. Some of the flowers are very fragrant and some have no odor. They make excellent house plants from Christmas through Easter. They will multiply for many years if left undisturbed.

Daffodils are a member of the Amaryllidaceae family and are related to the narcissus and jonquil. They are native to Europe and there are over 10,000 varieties. The best known variety is the trumpet narcissus. They should be planted about 8 inches deep and 5 inches apart. The bulbs are poisonous if eaten so be careful around pets. Bulbs should be planted late summer or early fall. They need bone meal but not much other fertilization. Bulbs should be divided and transplanted when clumps become crowded as this will reduce blooming.

Tulips are in the genus Tulipa in the family Liliaceae. There are 160 species of tulips. They grow wild in Europe from Italy to Austria and across to Asia. The word tulip comes from the Turkish word for turban as they look like an upside down turban. They are planted in the fall and do not like hot climates. There are three classes of tulips; the early flowering, mid season and late flowering. They range from short stems to long stems respectively. Tulips came to Europe around 1554 from Turkey where they are known to have grown since before 1500. The Dutch became so skilled with this flower that they are now the leading tulip producers in the world.

Hyacinth is a sweet smelling flower that grows well in hothouses, window boxes and flowerpots. They should be planted in the fall in well drained soil. The grape hyacinth is popular in the United States. The plant has small clusters of bell-shaped fragrant flowers in shades of white, pink, yellow, purple or blue.

Lily of the valley is in the lily family and a native of Europe, northern Asia and the mountains of Virginia to South Carolina in the United States. The blossoms are waxy white with some being pink. They do well in rich soil planted in partial shade. They are often used in corsages, boutonnieres and wedding bouquets. The leaves are poisonous if eaten and the roots are used to make a heart medicine.

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7
Jan

The idea of having a concrete driveway can be quite appealing due to how little maintenance it actually needs once it is laid. It is able to last a long time and it does leave the area looking neat and tidy and of course it gives a great surface for the driveway itself. Although you are perhaps best to get a company in to do it you are able to build concrete driveways should you be inclined to do so.

Before you begin to build your driveway you need to be sure about any local planning regulations or any specific rules that only apply within your area especially if you live in a village. For example if you live in an area which is more traditional in style then they may not be too happy at you having a concrete driveway as it is not going to tie in with the rest of the place.

What you really need to do is to get your plans together for your driveway and submit them to the relevant people. So in order to do this you need to really know what kind of plans you need so as you are allowed to do this at the first attempt.

First of all you are going to need some drawings done to scale of your driveway and a detailed description of the changes that are being made. Any other plans or information that has to be submitted can vary depending on your location so you are best to check first with the local planning department as to what they expect.

You are of course going to need to buy materials but never buy anything or arrange to hire any machinery until you have permission for work to start. Although you are not buying at first you can still use the time to source the materials and the price that you are going to pay in order to get the best possible price. It is surprising how much you can save by simply shopping around.

When it comes to actually creating the driveway you need to make sure that you have a good foundation prepared. It should be smooth but also firm and it has to be to the exact measurements that you submitted in the plans. It is worth spending some extra time making sure about the foundation as it can weaken the entire driveway if done incorrectly.

Along with the foundation the other thing which is very important is building the framework for the driveway. This is what is going to define where the concrete is going so it has to be very well built as it needs to be able to withstand the pressure that comes from the concrete.

It is then time to pour the concrete so you need to know how to get the right mix for it as this means it shall be as strong as possible. You are also best to make sure there is a slight slope on it as this can let the rain drain off it without leaving your new driveway flooded.

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5
Jan

Progress, and the new decking and veranda to Number 3 is in place and providing the location to ensconce myself upon a chair to imagine the beneficial Chi I hope to create. I’m sitting on the chair because this is the place I want as the core of Chi, a place where the energy of my surroundings come to me and harmonise me. I want to be captive to the Chi of my surroundings and I visualise this location on the veranda is an ideal place to come and enjoy my surroundings.

But I need to do an assessment and taking my trusty compass I notice an easterly to north easterly aspect falls into my arc of vision from the chair. It’s ideal for morning sun and cool on-shore breezes in summer. The relocatable home behind me shelters from the colder and gusty winds and a screen I want to locate along the southern boundary will shelter from undesirable views and blustery southerlies.

I’m not concerned about getting Yin and Yang imbalance or fine tuning Chi with five element balance although a dominance of the elements of wood and earth abound. My immediate concerns were ”poison arrows” or Sha Chi intrusions. These create disharmony from that chair on the veranda. I notice a garden shed in its Mission Brown has a profound effect on imagery and Chi flow. Beside it is an electrical sub box located on a stand and also painted in a Mission Brown. It needs to be relocated and that will become an expense. Adjoining the meter box are two trees, one a Cocos Palm and the other a Eucalyptus which has its head blown out from winds. Both are safety hazards and obtrude their Chi over the veranda.

Casting an eye across to the adjoining garden I notice a garden shed also intruding on its Chi and the relocatable itself is also a Sha Chi element. Gosh I notice a concrete drain extruding across a lawn area, a real poison arrow and finally, located along the southern boundary the relocatable and another garden shed.

My quest for harmony within the gardens of Number 3 will depend on the dismantling of the energies the Sha Chi intrusions present and these will be my principal tasks before locating gardens and finetuning beneficial Chi which I know will follow.

Before I leave the chair on the veranda of Number 3 I notice I can capture the Chi from the surroundings to the garden. Firstly I gaze down onto a tidal estuary which flows into the ocean and enjoy the life it produces. Behind the creek is a nine hole golf course and scenery of fairway, people and native wildlife including a mob of Grey Kangaroo. What a blessing to have such wonders built into the landscape and these are my treasures. I also notice my borrowed scenery includes the recently established gardens of Number 1 Lorikeet and I propose to marry these into the gardens of Number 3 to form a cohesive unit.

*Please read this article on my website page for detailed images of this gardening project transformation*

I hope you enjoyed reading my article as much as I enjoyed pondering over and writing it. For more related topics and complete eBook Publications, please visit my website Feng Shui Garden – a Modern and Unique Concept to Feng Shui in the Garden and Harmonious Chi (Qi) Within Our Lives. Drop by the site for more Feng Shui Garden Design articles. Regards, Ross Lamond


5
Jan

Time waits for no one as the saying goes and progress, I’m not too sure. It requires commitment and effort, but Number 3 is changing and becoming closer to have a go at some gardening. The relocatable was more run down than expected and took time, energy and that dreaded word, money to get it up and running.

I’m back and on this visit to Number 3. I want to think about ideas for the framework of something different to those other gardens in the street. For this one, a garden on the curve is the quest. No straight lines or sharp edges at all. A garden where Yin and Yang are in balance, the elements of Fire, Earth, Metal, Water and Earth balanced in their shapes and colours and sha Chi (inauspicious energy) recognised and tempered in its intrusion. This sounds good in theory but will it transpire in practice?

To get a feel of the gardens energy I view Number 3 from two locations. Firstly, the external views garnished from the roadway and an entry point leading from a carport. These form the arc of vision to the garden and introduce the gardens Chi which needs to be uplifting so the visitor is uplifted and intrigued by what lies inside. The entries create an apron for Chi to enter and it meandering along a curved pathway and in time grassed open spaces leading through the garden. I want Chi to meander to and energise an apron to a ramp leading onto the decking of the relocatable home.

The second viewing location is from the veranda itself, because the decking provides the place to live and enjoy the scenery and climate and hopefully absorbing Chi emulating from the gardens. I want a visual paradise of shapes and colour, charm and some mystery and a place to return to, sha Chi emulating from the tree and palm (now approved for removal) eventually diminished.

To date, the aspirations of Number 3 lie within ideas and the goodwill of the plants already present. Ironically, these plants remain healthy and create a sense of tranquillity and augers good for the garden.

There’s something in the idea of ”gardening on the curve”. So simple, easy to design and implement. Just think about curves and Chi doing its thing and meandering, wandering through and around whatever we place within. Keep the garden healthy, balance its Yin and Yang, make sure no element (Fire, Earth, Metal, Water and Wood) is dominating the others and ensure the gardens climate reflects its location for year round sun and shadow.

The garden on this visit would exhibit something more of the Earth element, home and bosom and base to build from. As the garden evolves, the Wood element will become involved, a Yin element and the two exhibiting something of growth and sustainability. In time I’ll need to introduce the elements of Fire and Metal to stimulate Chi and neutralise the energies of Wood and Earth. The fifth element, Water visualised and imaged through the gardens gentle curves and sweeping of the lawn areas, in all the five elements present and in balance and I’m sure the gardens Chi will be uplifting.

*Please read this article on my website page for detailed images of this gardening project transformation*

I hope you enjoyed reading my article as much as I enjoyed pondering over and writing it. For more related topics and complete eBook Publications, please visit my website Feng Shui Garden – a Modern and Unique Concept to Feng Shui in the Garden and Harmonious Chi (Qi) Within Our Lives. Drop by the site for more Feng Shui Garden Design articles. Regards, Ross Lamond


5
Jan

Transformations, transformations and a need to work, but Number 3 Lorikeet Lane is getting there and the garden is taking shape.

It definitely is a garden on the curve and I’ve deliberately set it out to ensure not one straight line of vision or image is projected. So simple and effective, the Chi (Qi) flow is uplifting to all who enter or view as they stroll along the roadway past the garden. This garden is catching eyes.

View from the veranda cannot be revisited until the two offending and sha Chi trees are removed by the park owners. Delays in their removal meant the rear garden and connection to Number 1 Lorikeet Lane have to be placed on hold until I return from visiting the three ”B’s”, Borneo, Burma (Myanmar) and Bali from mid October until late November 2010.

There was no specific determining as to what plant to use in each garden bed. I used what’s already there including Azalea, Hibiscus, a Kentia Palm, some tree ferns (Cyathea australis), a couple of Abelia and the odd straggler shrub. Some were relocated to suit the garden bed shape and the design criteria concentrating on curves and meandering of Chi flow throughout. I’m seeking Chi presence in the meandering image through lines of vision and personal movement, shape and colour balance and ensuring that important and overlooked factor of light and shadow balance is also considered.

I’ve deliberately chosen not to install embellishments or whatever until I return and in doing so, the Chi energy of the garden is on hold but can be monitored and eventually expanded. Feng Shui (the art of placement) in this case waiting until the fabric of the garden is established and relying on garden bed placement (rather than individual plants) to maintain and invigorate Chi flow.

This technique in garden bed instalment suggests emphasis isn’t on the right plant so much but the compositions of plants used in each garden bed installation. I sought balance in their individual shapes, texture, form and colour. Individual plants can be manipulated by pruning if necessary or removal if I get it wrong. I’d like to point out gardening on the curve suggests getting the structure of the garden in place rather than individual plant selection and placement. This allows more flexibility and mistakes to be glossed over as each plant develops and marries into its surroundings.

Noticeably (photographs) is the dramatic change in visual appearance and Chi flow now emerging as the bare dirt is transformed into a carpet of green, the Earth tones of energy dissipating as Wood emerges and the gentle sweeping curves of movement imaging that of Water. The elements of Fire and Metal to stimulate and balance Chi can wait until I return. This garden is on track to be a good one.

*Please read this article on my website page for detailed images of this gardening project transformation*

I hope you enjoyed reading my article as much as I enjoyed pondering over and writing it. For more related topics and complete eBook Publications, please visit my website Feng Shui Garden – a Modern and Unique Concept to Feng Shui in the Garden and Harmonious Chi (Qi) Within Our Lives. Drop by the site for more Feng Shui Garden Design articles. Regards, Ross Lamond