Bamboo brings with it thousands of years of history and culture that few
other plants can compare. Instilled in this is the ancient and now popular
art of Feng Shui, which can be applied to all aspects of life as well as to your new bamboo. It seems that there are many side effects and implications
to where in your garden your bamboo will grow, and not just which variety
you choose.
The following is an attempt to distil hundreds of years of culture and
belief into a few words. Remember that Feng Shui is, at it's core, just
good design and common sense. You may need to consult your Feng Shui dictionary
if you are not already familiar with the terminology.
Use bamboo to combat the 'Killing Breath' or 'Shar Chi', as bamboo
grows so quickly.
The chinese regard bamboo for Feng Shui as one of the Four Gentlemen
of the Garden, (Chrysanthemums, Plum blossom, and Orchids make
the other three. 'Disciplined and upright', it is also one of the friends
of old age.
Bamboo is associated with longevity and durability as it flourishes
throughout the year.
The chinese believe that hanging a piece of bamboo in the home wards
off malign spirits. When fashioned into windchimes and flutes, bamboo
is a powerful antidote to bad Chi.
When planted on the left-hand side of your house, bamboo signifies
the highly auspicious Dragon. Planted at the back it signifies support
and is especially lucky for those involved in business. Near the front
of your house, your house will attract good Chi. It seems to be a good
idea to plant bamboo all around your home.
And finally, in the interests of good Feng Shui, always cut back old
or dead growth.
