Text丨Xiao Zhang miscellaneous
Editor丨Xiao Zhang's miscellaneous talk
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Mr. Lu Xun once famously said, "If you are rich or not, you will have a tree in front of your door".
And we can also know from this sentence that the tree in front of the door has a very important symbolic meaning in traditional Chinese culture. From ancient times to the present, Chinese have a very special affection for trees, especially trees that believe that planting a few trees will add wealth and fortune to their own homes. So what kind of trees are considered "house protection trees"? It is understood that some trees planted in front of the house can bring good luck to the family, and there is also a very strong meaning of feng shui culture. Next, let's take a look at the recommended house trees to be planted in front of your home. At the same time, we will also give a brief introduction to the meaning of these trees and how to maintain them.
Crape myrtle tree
Crape myrtle tree is a relatively common tree species that grows in the south, whether it is in the community or in the countryside, you can see the crape myrtle tree. The crape myrtle tree has long been loved because of its hardness, lush foliage, and ability to produce very beautiful flowers.
In Feng Shui, crape myrtle trees are believed to have the effect of attracting good fortune, so if you want to prosper your family, you can plant one or two crape myrtle trees in front of your home. Of course, the role of crape myrtle tree is not only this, but also can dispel evil and ward off evil spirits, which has a very positive effect on resolving evil qi in the home. If you want crape myrtle trees to flourish, you need to fertilize them frequently to keep the soil moist so that they can thrive.
banyan tree
The banyan tree has always been considered to be a very good tree in traditional Chinese culture. Whether in temples or palaces, you can see the figure of the banyan tree. In Feng Shui, the banyan tree has a very important position and is also considered to be a tree that can attract wealth and good fortune.
The trunk of the banyan tree is thick and the canopy is dense, so in people's hearts, it means that the family can prosper and have a lot of money. At the same time, the roots of the banyan tree are still wrapping, implying that the whole family is reunited and has a happy life.
However, it needs to be reminded that the leaves of the banyan tree must not have any scars, otherwise it will not be able to play the role of attracting fortune and blessings, so special attention should be paid to protecting the branches and leaves of the banyan tree in ordinary times. In addition, the banyan tree is also a tree that pays attention to sunlight and likes to grow in a sunny environment.
Fig tree
The fig tree, also known as the fig, is a representative of the longevity tree and has a very high status in traditional Chinese culture. Fig trees have a very long lifespan and can live for thousands of years, so they are considered to be trees with very strong vitality.
In Feng Shui, the fig tree is believed to be a tree that can enhance the body's yang energy, and where the yang energy is strong, it can attract good fortune.
Like the banyan tree, the fig tree is also very inclusive, so planting a few fig trees at home can dissolve the evil qi in the home and play a very good role in dispelling evil spirits.
The foliage of the fig tree is also very lush, so planting a fig tree in front of your house can also play a role in shielding the bad air.
Fig trees are relatively easy to maintain, as long as the soil is kept moist and watered regularly, the fig tree can thrive.
Plum blossom
The plum blossom has always been a very sublime symbol in Chinese culture, known as the "fairy of flowers", and is also one of the "four gentlemen" of winter flowers.
The character of plum blossoms is very noble, so in ancient Chinese poetry, you can often see praise for plum blossoms.
In Feng Shui, plum blossoms are also very popular and are considered to be the flower and tree that attracts fortune and fortune. If you want to attract good fortune at home, you can plant some plum blossoms in the flower bed at the door, which can have a very good effect.
The plum blossom tree is also very beautiful, and the flowers are fragrant and pleasant, so planting some plum blossoms in front of your house can not only attract wealth, but also add a touch of vitality and vitality to your home.
The maintenance of plum blossoms is relatively complicated, plum blossoms are more afraid of moisture, so when planting, you need to choose soil with better drainage, in addition, you need to prune the branches of plum blossoms regularly, so that it can thrive.
Nanyang cedar
Araucaria, which is more common in the southern region, is a tree with dense foliage that can bring a touch of coolness to people in summer.
In traditional Chinese culture, Araucaria is considered a very auspicious tree, and is also known as the "longevity tree", which symbolizes longevity and well-being.
If there are elderly or children in the family, you can plant one or two araucaria trees in front of your house to bless the health and safety of your family.
And Araucaria also has a very prominent place, that is, it can absorb harmful gases and play a role in purifying the air.
Araucaria is relatively shade-tolerant, and its requirements for light are not very high, so you only need to keep the soil moist in your daily life to make Araucaria grow healthily.
No matter what kind of tree it is, it can bring some beautiful meaning to people's lives, and it can also beautify the home environment and add some fun to people's lives.