Just one of the many ways that practicing feng shui contributes to better, more fulfilling lives. This wide practice of using plants to draw visual attention can be explained from a Feng Shui perspective. Indeed, it lies at the very heart of understanding this ancient Chinese art of design and placement. Feng Shui consultants look at the way chi or energy moves through a structure and prescribe solutions to balance and harmonize that energy to invite good health, loving relationships and prosperity into their clients' lives. As living things, healthy plants naturally have a strong life force and, therefore, are an easy solution to many Feng Shui problems.
Plants can lift and balance the chi of a room, an entire building and exterior landscapes.
Many people shy away from using living plants in their decor, claiming their lack of a green thumb has resulted in unhealthy and dead plants. Attractive, good quality silk plants are available in retail outlets in a wide variety of styles. Although they lack life force, their vibrant green color that symbolizes life, growth and health can transform a dull, lackluster space into a warm and inviting one. I do encourage everyone, however, to have at least one live plant, preferably of the broad leafed variety, in their home or office. The benefits are many.