We all know how much better we feel after embarking on an episode of de-cluttering. And while it's not exactly top of anyone's list of favourite things to do, the sense of satisfaction on seeing a neat and orderly cupboard is immense

There's no doubt that de-cluttering makes your mind feel somehow lighter. It helps you enjoy your home. And it means one less thing to worry about.

Summer's on its way, so it's time to start thinking about de-cluttering your garden too. With just a little time and effort, your garden can become a wonderful Zen space for you to relax in. Curl up in a hammock and read your favourite book. Indulge in some outdoor yoga. Or better still... use your garden as a space to 'just be'.

Enjoy the moment - the colours, the birdsong, the feel of fresh air on your skin. Even ten minutes of this quiet reflection can have an astonishingly therapeutic effect.

However you like to relax, it's important that your garden is clear of clutter and unwanted weeds. Otherwise, if you do manage to grab some precious outdoor me-time, you'll find it hard to switch off. So in preparation for the next sunny day, set aside an hour or so and have a clear up outside.

Chuck out any old bits of garden furniture and paraphernalia (old planting pots, broken tools) that you no longer need. Keep the lawn neat and clip back any overgrowing foliage.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by weeds, don't panic. There's a superb product called Weedol Max that you can pick up from your local garden centre. It's easy to use and very fast acting. It destroys weeds, as well as moss and algae in a matter of hours.

It works by harnessing the power of nature with an active ingredient called Perlagonic Acid, which destroys the weeds' cells causing them to breakdown and perish. Use it on beds, borders, natural paths and patios and watch weeds wither in less than 60 minutes.

If you've got a young family or pets, don't worry. Children and animals can play on the treated areas as soon as they've dried, when you're then safe to start planting again too.

So turn your weed-ridden, junk-cluttered garden into an oasis of calm and tranquillity. With products like Weedol Max, it won't take long at all. And you'll be amazed by how much it improves your sense of well-being.

Weedol Max is available as a 1 litre, 3 litre or 5 litre ready to use spray gun, costing £4.99, £12.99 and RRP £21.99 respectively. It's also available as a concentrate costing £5.99 for 500ml and £10.99 for 1 litre.

Always read the label. Use pesticides carefully. Weedol Max contains perlagonic acid and is a registered trademark of The Scotts Company LLC.