Is it unlucky to raise peony flowers at home?
As a traditional and famous flower with national color and fragrance, peony has frequently encountered controversy in recent years that "home maintenance is unlucky." Is this widely circulated statement credible? Through in-depth analysis of plant characteristics and feng shui principles, we will reveal how peony flowers truly get along with the home environment. 1. Analysis of the Feng Shui implications of peony flowers 1.1 The attributes and directions of the five elements pay attention to the fact that peony belongs to wood in the five-element theory, corresponding to the east and southeast directions. According to the records of the Book of Changes, woody plants should be placed in the active position, which can effectively promote the prosperity of the family and house. It is especially recommended to place it in the bright hall or porch of the living room to form a pattern of "blooming flowers and wealth". 1.2 When placed in special spaces, the bedroom should be placed more than 1.5 meters away from the bed. It is recommended to choose a south-facing bay window. Areas such as kitchens and toilets with strong water and fire should not be placed, which may easily cause an imbalance in the five elements. Small peony bonsai can be placed in the study, but you need to avoid the Wenchang position due to the west. 2. Core points of peony domestication 2.1 Container selection and substrate configuration Use clay pots with a depth of ≥40cm, and the diameter of the pot must reach 2/3 of the plant crown width. The substrate is prepared according to the ratio of humus soil: river sand: bone meal =5:3:2, and pine needle soil is added in spring and autumn to enhance air permeability. 2.2 Light control and temperature and humidity management need to ensure scattered light for 4-6 hours a day, and shade needs to be shaded from 10:00 to 15:00 in summer. The air humidity is maintained at 60%-70% during the growing season, which can be adjusted through the tray water storage method. The temperature during winter dormancy should be controlled at 0-5℃. 3. Scientific maintenance and elimination of superstitions. Modern horticultural research shows that peony flowering control technology has achieved annual flowering. Through fill light and temperature control equipment, northern families can also cultivate high-quality flowers with a diameter of 20cm. Regular application of phosphorus and potassium fertilizer (diluted 1000 times, twice a month), combined with bud thinning and pruning, can keep the plant strong vitality.
From feng shui culture to modern technology, the essence of peony conservation is the harmonious coexistence between man and nature. As long as you master the balance of light, moisture and nutrition, and coordinate with reasonable spatial planning, this "rich flower" will surely add unique charm to modern homes.