January 13, 2026
[New Standard] Is the "Artificial Plants are Bad Feng Shui" Myth Outdated? 3 Reasons Why They Can Actually Boost Your Luck
When decorating your home with plants and flowers, the thought of "energy" or "luck" might cross your mind. You might wonder, "How does this fit into Feng Shui?" I was curious about this myself, so I did some deep research. Today, I want to share what I discovered about the modern relationship between Feng Shui and artificial plants.
"I want to incorporate Feng Shui, but I'm not confident about maintaining live plants. But then again, I've heard that artificial flowers lower your luck..."
Do you have this concern? While some say artificial plants are a "no-go" in Feng Shui, there is actually a significant misunderstanding at play. In modern Feng Shui, high-quality artificial plants and trees are highly regarded as "strategic items for maintaining stable luck."
Here is a detailed look at why artificial creations are perfectly fine—and even beneficial.
1. The Crucial Difference: Artificial Plants vs. Dried Flowers
The biggest reason people mistakenly believe "artificial items are bad for Feng Shui" is that they confuse them with dried flowers.
Dried Flowers: These are plants that were once alive but are now "dead." In Feng Shui, they carry "Shiki" (dead energy) and are considered "negative items" that drain your luck.
Artificial Plants/Trees: These are born as "crafts" from the very beginning. They are not something that has lost its life; rather, they exist as a "form" symbolizing beauty. Therefore, they do not emit negative energy.
"Something that has lost its life" and "something that gives form to beauty" are completely different in Feng Shui. Understanding this distinction will completely change your perspective on artificial greenery.
2. Avoiding the Ultimate Taboo: "Withered Plants"
The thing to avoid most in Feng Shui is a plant that is weak or dying due to lack of care. In our busy modern lives, allowing a plant to weaken or leaving withered leaves unattended causes energy to stagnate. Artificial plants, which never wither, are essentially "good luck frozen in time." They provide a constant, stable supply of energy to a space without the ups and downs of natural growth and decay. In this regard, they can be superior to live plants for maintaining consistency.
3. Eliminating Impurities and Maintaining the Highest Level of "Purity"
The absolute fundamentals of Feng Shui are "cleaning" and "cleanliness." Plants grown in soil can unfortunately attract mold, pests, and insects, which can become sources of "Jaki" (evil energy). Artificial plants, on the other hand, are exceptionally clean. Since they don't use soil or attract moisture, they maintain the highest level of hygiene. A simple dusting is all it takes to maintain the "pure space" that Feng Shui loves most. This rationality is exactly why artificial items are chosen in modern luck-boosting practices.
Conclusion: It's About "Quality" and "Condition," Not Just "Material"
Rather than cheap, plastic-looking items, artificial plants that are true "works of art"—breathed into life by the hands of master craftsmen—become magnificent partners in inviting good fortune.
In my next post, I will dive deeper into this "strength unique to the artificial" and introduce the power of "Artisan Pine Bonsai," which can dramatically improve your health and longevity luck.
"I want to incorporate Feng Shui, but I'm not confident about maintaining live plants. But then again, I've heard that artificial flowers lower your luck..."
Do you have this concern? While some say artificial plants are a "no-go" in Feng Shui, there is actually a significant misunderstanding at play. In modern Feng Shui, high-quality artificial plants and trees are highly regarded as "strategic items for maintaining stable luck."
Here is a detailed look at why artificial creations are perfectly fine—and even beneficial.
1. The Crucial Difference: Artificial Plants vs. Dried Flowers
The biggest reason people mistakenly believe "artificial items are bad for Feng Shui" is that they confuse them with dried flowers.
Dried Flowers: These are plants that were once alive but are now "dead." In Feng Shui, they carry "Shiki" (dead energy) and are considered "negative items" that drain your luck.
Artificial Plants/Trees: These are born as "crafts" from the very beginning. They are not something that has lost its life; rather, they exist as a "form" symbolizing beauty. Therefore, they do not emit negative energy.
"Something that has lost its life" and "something that gives form to beauty" are completely different in Feng Shui. Understanding this distinction will completely change your perspective on artificial greenery.
2. Avoiding the Ultimate Taboo: "Withered Plants"
The thing to avoid most in Feng Shui is a plant that is weak or dying due to lack of care. In our busy modern lives, allowing a plant to weaken or leaving withered leaves unattended causes energy to stagnate. Artificial plants, which never wither, are essentially "good luck frozen in time." They provide a constant, stable supply of energy to a space without the ups and downs of natural growth and decay. In this regard, they can be superior to live plants for maintaining consistency.
3. Eliminating Impurities and Maintaining the Highest Level of "Purity"
The absolute fundamentals of Feng Shui are "cleaning" and "cleanliness." Plants grown in soil can unfortunately attract mold, pests, and insects, which can become sources of "Jaki" (evil energy). Artificial plants, on the other hand, are exceptionally clean. Since they don't use soil or attract moisture, they maintain the highest level of hygiene. A simple dusting is all it takes to maintain the "pure space" that Feng Shui loves most. This rationality is exactly why artificial items are chosen in modern luck-boosting practices.
Conclusion: It's About "Quality" and "Condition," Not Just "Material"
Rather than cheap, plastic-looking items, artificial plants that are true "works of art"—breathed into life by the hands of master craftsmen—become magnificent partners in inviting good fortune.
In my next post, I will dive deeper into this "strength unique to the artificial" and introduce the power of "Artisan Pine Bonsai," which can dramatically improve your health and longevity luck.
