What kind of trees should not be planted in front of the door? Pay attention to these Feng Shui taboos
In home feng shui, the choice of planting trees in front of the door is not only related to appearance, but also closely related to the family's fortune. Among the hotly discussed Feng Shui topics on the Internet recently, the taboo of trees in front of the door has become the focus. The following is a summary of popular discussions in the past 10 days, combining traditional Feng Shui and modern perspectives to analyze the types of trees that should not be planted in front of your door and the reasons why.
1. Five types of trees that should not be planted in front of the door and their reasons

| tree type | Feng Shui taboos | scientific explanation |
|---|---|---|
| mulberry tree | "mulberry" is homophonic to "mourning", symbolizing unlucky | Fruits are prone to rot and attract insects, affecting hygiene |
| willow tree | Belonging to Yin wood, it is easy to attract negative aura. | Catkins cause respiratory allergies |
| poplar tree | "Ghost clapping" affects the peace of the home | The scraping sound of blades disturbs people at night |
| locust tree | "槐" contains the word "鬼", which means it has strong Yin energy. | Developed root system destroys the foundation |
| banyan tree | A single tree becomes a forest and suppresses family fortunes | Aerial roots attack building structures |
2. Recent hotly discussed cases
1.A community in Zhejiang collectively cut down poplar trees in front of the door: Due to complaints from residents that "the rustling noise at night affects their sleep", the property management company replaced it with an osmanthus tree based on the Feng Shui expert's recommendation. The related topic has been read 12 million times.
2.Douyin#Planting trees in front of the door challenge: Netizens posted photos of their backyard trees, and Feng Shui bloggers’ comments sparked heated discussions. Among them, the case of “replanting mulberry trees with persimmon trees” received over 500,000 likes.
3. Recommendation of alternatives
| Auspicious tree species | Meaning | Suitable location |
|---|---|---|
| Osmanthus tree | The noble man comes to the door | southeast direction |
| pomegranate tree | Many children, many blessings | Center of the courtyard |
| ginkgo tree | Health and longevity | northwest direction |
| jujube tree | Give birth to a son early | southwest direction |
4. New perspectives on modern Feng Shui
1.The relationship between trees and lighting: Experts recommend choosing varieties with crown light transmittance >30% to ensure brightness in front of the door.
2.Root safety distance: Trees with a trunk diameter of 10cm should be kept at least 5 meters away from buildings.
3.Seasonal considerations: Deciduous trees are better than evergreen trees, and sunlight can penetrate to adjust the indoor temperature in winter.
5. Sharing of actual measurement data from netizens
| renovation project | Tree species before transformation | Tree species after transformation | Increased satisfaction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-built houses in Changping District, Beijing | locust tree | magnolia tree | 82% |
| Villa in Wenjiang District, Chengdu | willow tree | crape myrtle tree | 91% |
Conclusion:When planting trees in front of your door, you need to take into account both traditional culture and modern science, and avoid choosing tree species that are heavy in yin and harmful to health. Recent cases that have been hotly discussed on the Internet show that rationally adjusting courtyard plants can indeed improve the living experience. It is recommended to consult a professional garden designer and Feng Shui master to create a home environment that is both beautiful and auspicious.
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