Creating a Feng Shui Garden: Metal Element
Metal represents refinement and boldness. A little goes a long way. Especially in a Feng Shui garden.
What Not to Do!
Although this is metal and is somewhat round, no, you don’t wanted a rusted car in your garden! (Although my friend points out that she could plant a nice geranium bed in the engine!)
What to Do!
Metal can be incorporated with a beautiful, unique sculpture, such as this sculpture.
In fact, the symbolism of this sculpture is heaven on earth, represented by the circle (heaven) within the square (earth). A truly a dramatic way to incorporate metal in any garden.
Or it can be as simple (and much less expensive) as this – a gazing ball.
Metal lawn furniture, metal trellises, and fencing are more ways to incorporate metal into your yard.
Best Places for Metal
Metal is best in the West, Northwest and North areas of your property. The West is known for Completion and Creativity. The Northwest is known for Helpful People and Travel. The North is known for Life’s Journey, Opportunities and your Career.
Well respected by her peers, Maureen Calamia is author of Creating Luminous Spaces: Use the Five Elements for Balance and Harmony in Your Home and in Your Life (Conari Press). She is also founder of the Re-Nature philosophy based on the premise that we need to restore nature back into our lives, our homes, and spirits. She is also founder of the long-running program Luminous Spaces Feng Shui School which offers a number of online courses and Certification Programs.
