Introducing the three plants believed to be favored by the God of Wealth:
1. Hydrangea aspera
This variety of hydrangea exudes elegance and nobility. With proper care, it can thrive for decades, boasting lush blooms that resemble petite flower globes, an enchanting sight brimming with symbolic wealth. While its growth may be relatively slow, the flowers it bears are sizable and luxurious.
Hydrangea aspera is particularly easy to blossom and remarkably tolerant of both cold and warm temperatures. It only requires some complex fertilizers during its growth period to promote the development of new shoots.
Additionally, it is advisable to prune the flowers after they have bloomed to encourage better new shoot growth and a more abundant display the next time.
2. Sweet Osmanthus
Sweet Osmanthus, also known as Osmanthus Fragrans, is native to Asia, predominantly found in the Himalayan region and countries like China and Taiwan. This plant goes by another name, the “Osmanthus flower.” It is now widely cultivated in Vietnam.
Sweet Osmanthus holds significant value in both feng shui and traditional Chinese medicine, often commanding high prices, especially for aged specimens that can reach billions of dong.
Adorning your home with this plant is believed to attract luck and financial prosperity for homeowners of all elements in the five elements theory.
Sweet Osmanthus delights with its fragrant, year-round blooms, particularly in autumn, when it dazzles with vibrant flowers exuding a captivating fragrance. The flowers grow in clusters and exhibit a range of colors, from white to pale yellow.
This variety is easy to cultivate and isn’t picky about soil type. It can be propagated through various methods, including seed germination and cutting, although the latter is more commonly employed due to its ability to expedite the growing process.
3. Podocarpus macrophyllus
Podocarpus macrophyllus, also known as Buddhist pine, is an evergreen, long-lived tree species with a lifespan of several hundred years. Its leaves remain verdant throughout the year, featuring a sleek, elongated shape and symmetrical growth pattern. The base of the tree is particularly striking, becoming more gnarled and majestic with age.
In feng shui, Podocarpus macrophyllus is imbued with auspicious meanings, often employed as ornamental trees in various settings to attract good fortune.
This tree is thought to signify thriving success and prosperity for its owners, attributed to its resilient nature, enduring harsh weather conditions while maintaining its lush greenery and expansive shade. This resilience also symbolizes overcoming adversity and striving for a prosperous life.
There are diverse techniques for cultivating Podocarpus macrophyllus, with the current primary styles being bonsai and container gardening for landscape projects.
Typically, this species is propagated through branch cutting, followed by the development of new shoots. Once the tree reaches a height of approximately 80 cm, it is advisable to repot it or transfer it to a new growing medium.
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