What are the taboos of planting flowers on the balcony according to Feng Shui
Introduction: This article discusses the taboos of planting flowers on the balcony according to Feng Shui, as well as experiences in nurturing the most auspicious plants for Feng Shui. Corrections are welcome if there are any mistakes!
There are thousands of flowers, but not every flower is suitable for indoor cultivation. The balcony is a common place for growing flowers, and there are also some Feng Shui taboos here. So what are the taboos of planting flowers on the balcony? What kind of flowers are most auspicious for Feng Shui? Let's take a look together!
Feng Shui taboos for planting flowers on the balcony
Firstly, avoid flowers with strong fragrance and刺激性 odors such as orchids, roses, Chinese roses, lilies, and night-blooming cereus, which can emit strong fragrances. If there are too many fragrant flowers indoors, the strong fragrance can cause neural excitement, especially if people are exposed to it for a long time in a closed balcony, it can cause insomnia. Poinsettias and rubber plants emit gases that are harmful to people; the particles emitted by tulips and hydrangeas can cause skin allergies and itching if exposed for too long.
Secondly, avoid placing too many flowers at night. Most flowers release carbon dioxide and absorb oxygen at night, competing with humans for air. Since most balconies are enclosed and the air is not circulating freely with the outside, if there are too many flowers indoors, it will reduce the concentration of oxygen in the room at night, affecting the quality of indoor air, such as chest tightness, frequent nightmares, etc.
Thirdly, avoid toxic flowers such as oleander, which is toxic in spring, summer, and autumn, its stems, leaves, and even flowers contain a toxic milky sap that can cause poisoning if ingested; the bulbs of narcissus contain lycorine, which can cause vomiting if ingested by children, and the sap from the leaves and flowers can cause skin swelling, and if the sap gets into the eyes, it can harm them; too much contact with the sensitive plant can cause sparse eyebrows, yellow hair, and in severe cases, hair loss.
Fourthly, avoid not installing a guardrail. Many balconies are open, with sufficient light and good ventilation, which is really a Feng Shui treasure land for growing flowers, and any flower can easily grow well here, so people often get carried away with growing many flowers and neglect the installation of guardrails. Not installing a guardrail is the first taboo for growing flowers on the balcony, as without a guardrail, flower pots can easily fall and cause injury, and if it falls from a height, it can cause big problems.
Fifthly, avoid not securing the flower pots. In the past, flower pots were mostly heavy ceramic pots, which were heavy when watered and not easily knocked over or blown down by the wind. But now, the flower pots used for growing flowers are mostly light plastic pots, and many potted flowers prefer loose and breathable cultivation soil, so people often mix pearl rock, bark, and sawdust in it. This makes the entire pot with soil and flowers very light and easy to tip over, so it must be secured.
What kind of flowers are most auspicious for planting on the balcony
1. Hongyun Dangtou: Hongyun Dangtou is a plant from the pineapple family, with leaves that remain green all year round, and the flowers, which are bright red, bloom at the top or middle of the plant, symbolizing good luck and prosperity. Cultivating it at home can not only beautify the environment but also improve the fortune of the family. From its growth habits, it is also suitable for growing on the balcony, which is beneficial for its growth and blooming.
2. Money Tree: It is also suitable to grow a money tree on the balcony, with leaves that remain green all year round and a shiny leaf color, resembling a string of coins, hence the name. Keeping it at home can improve the fortune of the family and increase wealth. Note that the money tree is not tolerant of direct sunlight and can easily get sunburned if not shaded during the summer.
3. Gentlemen's Orchid: Gentlemen's Orchid is a famous greenhouse flower that prefers a warm environment, with leaves that remain green all year round and can bloom if managed properly, with bright flowers and beautiful shapes, making it highly ornamental. It is said that only the gentlemen's orchid of a harmonious family will bloom, so if the orchid you are growing blooms, it represents a good family atmosphere. In addition, although the orchid is shade-tolerant, it needs to be exposed to the sun more to bloom on time with brighter flowers.
4. Cyclamen: Cyclamen is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Myrsinaceae family, which is very suitable for indoor cultivation. When it blooms, the flowers are bright and rich in color, making it highly ornamental. To make it bloom better, it is necessary to provide a warm, well-ventilated, and well-lit environment. Note that it is not tolerant of direct sunlight and should be shaded in summer to avoid sunburning the branches and leaves.
5. Red掌: Red掌 also has a good Feng Shui meaning and is suitable for growing on the indoor balcony. Its leaves remain green all year round, and it has a long blooming period with bright flowers, symbolizing prosperity and improving wealth. To make it grow vigorously and bloom on time, it is recommended to apply thin fertilizer frequently during the growing season and ensure sufficient water and a suitable environment.