Three trees were planted in front of the door and the family was prosperous for three generations
The connection between garden planting and family fortune has been valued since ancient times. Traditional feng shui believes that specific plants have the wonderful effect of gathering qi and benefiting blessings. By analyzing the unique attributes of three auspicious trees, this paper reveals the deep cultural code of why the ancient saying goes: "Plant three trees in front of the door, and the family will prosper for three generations." Pomegranate tree: A prosperous life totem, an auspicious symbol of many children and many blessings, the pomegranate tree has been endowed with auspicious connotations since it was introduced into the Central Plains in the Han Dynasty. Its bright red flowers and plump fruits form a unique visual symbol. Each pomegranate contains hundreds of seeds, forming the spectacle of "thousands of houses are the same membrane, and thousands of seeds are like one." In "Northern History", there is a record of "many seeds in a pomegranate house", which has become a concrete expression of the prosperity of the people. The landscape aesthetics of the four seasons: appreciating buds in spring and observing flowers in summer, and picking fruits in autumn and observing branches in winter, making pomegranate trees an excellent choice for courtyard landscaping. Modern horticultural research shows that its developed roots can improve soil structure, and the fendogen released by its leaves can purify the air. Persimmons tree: A vivid interpretation of the homophonic culture of the feng shui treasure tree where everything goes well. The phonetic connection between "persimmon" and "thing" gives rise to the beautiful meaning of "everything goes well." The Ming Dynasty's "Qunfangpu" records that persimmon trees have seven unique characteristics: long life, luxuriant leaves, no insects, beautiful frost, Yibin, fallen leaves that can be used to read, and fruits that can be used to entertain guests, demonstrating their multiple practical values. The health smart persimmon making process with the same origin of medicine and food has been included in the intangible cultural heritage list. Its vitamin C content is 10 times that of apples. Modern medicine has confirmed that flavonoids from persimmon leaves have a protective effect on cardiovascular diseases, which perfectly interprets the traditional concept of health preservation. Osmanthus tree: A fragrant messenger with noble spirit. A living fossil of imperial examination culture. Since the allusions of "the Han Palace was defeated" in the Tang Dynasty, osmanthus has a profound relationship with fame and wealth. The "Xianchun Lin 'an Annals" of the Song Dynasty records that every autumn in the capital city, candidates must drink osmanthus wine and pray. This custom still exists in Jiangsu and Zhejiang regions. Osmanthus, the natural carrier of aromatherapy, has more than 60 kinds of volatile aromatic substances. Zhejiang University research has confirmed that its aroma can enhance memory by 37%. Landscape designers often use the changes in seasons to create a characteristic landscape system of "appreciating the laurels in the golden autumn."
These three auspicious trees, which carry the code of Chinese culture, build a spiritual dialogue between man and nature through the dual empowerment of ecological value and cultural meaning. In a modern living environment, scientific planting of pomegranate, persimmon, and osmanthus trees can not only continue cultural memory, but also create an ecologically harmonious and livable environment, allowing traditional wisdom to be reborn in modern courtyards.