Vastu Tips for Garden

Auspicious Plants as per Zodiac Signs:

Aries: Succulents, Zebra Plants

Taurus: Figs, Heart Leafs

Gemini: Basil, English Ivy

Cancer: Money Plant, Bamboo

Leo: Bromeliad, Amaryllis

Virgo: Rubber Plant, Dwarf Banana

Libra: Monstera, Hanging strings

Scorpio: Snake Plant, Dracanea

Sagittarius: Alocasia, Baseball plant

Capricorn: Jade Plant, Bonsai Plants

Aquarius: Pothos, ZZ Plant

Pisces: Jasmine

Other Auspicious Plants for the Garden:

  • Neem Tree
    • Coconut
    • Sandalwood
    • Lemon
    • Almond
    • Pineapple
    • Jackfruit
    • Mango
    • Basil
    • Jasmine
    • Pomegranate
    • Saffron
    • Champaca

 

 

  1. Placement of the Plants: Basil plant or Tulsi is considered very auspicious for the house. Many families even worship the plant as it is considered gods live in this plant. Vastu says to always keep basil plant within the limits of the house and water the plant every day. On the other hand, planting Jasmine on the pathways is considered auspicious.

    2: Direction for the Garden: Constructing a garden is one of the major task which requires utmost care and thought. According to the principles stated in Vastu Shastra, gardens, lawns and decorative plants should be planted in the east or north direction. If a person plans to install a waterfall, then the right direction of the fall is on the east or north direction, three to four feet above the ground. Avoid north-east and north-west corner.

    3. Decorative plants and Nest: There are many types of plants and decorative items available for the garden. Make sure the plants are short and not more than three feet tall, and the birds feeder must be placed in the north-west direction of the garden.

    4. Focal Point of the Garden: There is always a focal point of any area which is often comforting and inspiring. For a garden, the focal points can be a small fountain, rocky landscaping and peaceful statues.

    5. Cleanliness: A garden will look beautiful only if it is cleaned regularly, also, cleaning regularly, cleanse the place and removes negative vibrations. Dead leaves and weeds should be removed regularly.
    6. The entrance of the Garden: Planting a jasmine plant near the entrance and constructing pathways is considered auspicious. A pathway from the front gate towards main entrance with jasmine planted on the sides is beneficial.

  1. Directions for the Trees: No garden is complete without trees. If space permits, there can be a huge variety of trees available in the market. But, when it comes to planting trees that bear fruit, the east direction is beneficial and for a beautiful yet small rock garden with unique rocks and statues, south-west corner of the garden is the best.
  2.  Swimming pool for the Garden: Many people are fond of having a swimming pool in the garden as it is very refreshing to swim under the sun. Vastu Shastra advises building a swimming pool facing north or north-east direction. Having a swimming pool in the garden is quite a task to be taken care of, avoid centre, south, south-east, south-west and even north-west direction as these directions attract negativity.

  3. Fountains and water springs: Fountains and water springs are the major attractions of the garden. You can sit near them, enjoy the fresh sprinkles of water and bid adieu to the stress. Fountains, ponds and artificial springs are beneficial when placed in the centre or the north-east direction.

  4.  Items to be kept in the Garden: Apart from plants and trees, keep water and food pots or birds feeders for the birds in the garden as it attracts good karma.

  5. If you have your own Terrace, then you can plan a terrace garden also.

Things to Avoid for a Garden:
• Avoid Thorny plants like cactus as they are harmful, weaken relationships and bring tensions.
• Try to avoid bonsai plant as it is very short plant and encourages stunted growth.
• Ber and bamboo plants must be planted away from the house.
• Plants and trees that are milk bearing should never be planted in the house.
• Worship Neem tree but never plant the tree in the house premises. Keep the tree at least 60 meters’ away from the house.