With just a few potted plants placed in the right spots, a new home can become warm, vibrant, and full of positive energy, creating a beautiful start to a new journey.
Buying a house is a major milestone in a person's life. But few people realize that choosing plants for a new home is just as important as choosing the house's orientation or interior design.
Green plants not only beautify spaces and purify the air, but also carry profound feng shui significance: plants that match one's birth element and direction will help the homeowner live peacefully, prosper in their career, and enjoy abundant wealth.
Here are 5 types of plants you should plant as soon as you move into your new home and 3 types you should carefully consider before placing them in your living space.
5 types of plants you should grow when moving into a new home.
Money Tree - A 'Magnet' for Attracting Wealth
The money tree (Pachira aquatica) is the first name that comes to mind for most homeowners when moving into a new house. The trunk is often braided into a hexagonal shape or tied in a knot, symbolizing "good fortune entering the house" and "money generating more money."
The lush green leaves, growing in clusters like outstretched arms, symbolize growth and abundance.
This plant prefers indirect sunlight, requires watering when the soil is dry, is very easy to care for, and is suitable for placement in a corner of the living room or next to a window.
For new homeowners, placing a money tree plant in a pot as soon as they move in not only beautifies the space but also serves as a wish for a prosperous start.
Snake plant - A 'charm' for protection and air purification.
Snake plant (Sansevieria trifasciata) is considered the "silent hero" of any living space.
The leaves of the snake plant are long, sturdy, with yellow or green spotted edges, giving it a modern, robust appearance. What makes snake plants so popular is their excellent air-purifying ability, absorbing toxins and releasing oxygen at night.
In feng shui, the tree symbolizes resilience, protection, and warding off evil spirits. It's extremely drought-tolerant, requires almost no care, and is perfect for busy new homeowners.
Money Tree - A symbol of wealth and good fortune
Money plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) is distinguished by its round, thick, glossy green leaves that resemble coins, densely packed on the branches.
The name "money tree" says it all: the plant symbolizes wealth, luck, and prosperity. It prefers light shade, is drought-tolerant, and only needs watering when the soil is dry to thrive year-round.
Placing a money plant in the living room or on a desk not only beautifies the space but also symbolizes "money flowing in like water," helping the homeowner feel secure in their business endeavors.
Pothos plant - An incredibly easy-to-grow 'air purifier'.
Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a familiar climbing plant that can be grown in pots in soil or hydroponically.
Its heart-shaped, lush green leaves grow quickly and are a good climber, making it ideal for greening balconies, bookshelves, or workspaces.
In feng shui, the pothos plant symbolizes fertility, growth, and good fortune. It prefers shade, requires moderate watering, and is practically a "plant and it will thrive."
For new homeowners, pothos is a safe, low-maintenance choice that still brings a refreshing green touch to the space.
The pomegranate tree - A symbol of "many children and many blessings"
The pomegranate tree (Punica granatum) has long been an indispensable part of many Vietnamese family gardens. Its vibrant red blossoms in the summer, and its plump fruit containing hundreds of seeds, symbolize fertility, good fortune, and abundant blessings.
In feng shui, the pomegranate tree is considered a symbol of attracting wealth, retaining prosperity, and promoting family harmony and reunion.
This tree prefers sunlight, is drought-tolerant, and can be planted in the front yard or in a large pot on the balcony. For families who have recently bought a house, a pomegranate tree on the porch is not only a landscape highlight but also a wish for a prosperous and fulfilling life.
3 types of plants to consider, or ideally avoid.
The plant has sharp thorns like a cactus.
Cacti, or other plants with sharp thorns, are often considered symbols of "negative energy" in feng shui. The thorns are believed to carry bad energy, easily causing feelings of insecurity and stress for the homeowner.
Additionally, for families with young children or pets, thorny plants pose a potential risk of injury.
If you love cacti, you should place them on a balcony or in a less-traffic area, avoiding the living room or bedroom.
Poisonous plants such as oleander and paulownia
Some ornamental plants are beautiful but contain dangerous toxins, notably oleander and paulownia. Oleander has vibrant flowers but its entire plant is poisonous and can cause poisoning if ingested.
For families with young children or pets, it's best to avoid these plants to ensure safety. If you still want to grow them, place them out of reach and display clear warning signs.
The wall is covered with a thick layer of climbing plants like ivy.
While climbing plants covering walls can create a classic, antique look, if they become too dense and overgrown, they can dampen the walls, causing leaks and affecting the structural integrity of the house.
In feng shui, vines that completely cover a house are often considered symbols of heavy "negative energy," easily making the space feel dark and cramped.
For new homeowners, it's better to prioritize plants that are neat and easy to manage rather than climbing plants that completely cover the walls.