Folk wisdom says: not all trees bring prosperity. Some plants, according to beliefs, can bring misfortune to the house and its inhabitants.
Knowing these signs helps gardeners create not only a beautiful, but also a harmonious plot, free from negative energy.
Aspen: the vampire tree
Aspen has long been considered a tree with dark energy. People believed that it was capable of sucking the life force out of people and animals. Gardeners avoid planting aspen close to the house, fearing quarrels and discord in the family.
Spruce: Evergreen Sadness
The evergreen beauty spruce, despite its popularity as a New Year tree, is not recommended for planting near the house.
It is believed that the sharp needles of the spruce can "prick" the happiness of the inhabitants of the home.
In addition, the dark crown of the spruce is associated with mourning and sadness, which can lead to despondency and illness.
Poplar: the destroyer of foundations
It is not recommended to plant poplar close to the house not only because of the signs, but also for practical reasons.
Its powerful root system can damage the foundation, and its abundant fluff can cause allergies. People say that poplar takes away male strength and can cause infertility.
Bird cherry: a magnet for misfortune
Bird cherry, despite its beauty and aroma during flowering, is considered a tree that is a harbinger of misfortune.
There is an opinion that it attracts evil spirits and can cause illness. It is considered especially dangerous to plant bird cherry under bedroom windows.
Elderberry: haven of evil spirits
Elderberry is associated with evil spirits and witchcraft in popular beliefs. It was believed that evil spirits that could harm people lived in its branches.
Gardeners avoid planting elderberries in their gardens for fear of attracting negative energy and disease into the home.
Birch: a symbol of loneliness
It would seem that the birch is a symbol sung in songs and poems. However, folk wisdom does not recommend planting it close to the house.
It is believed that the birch can bring loneliness to the house, especially to young girls. In addition, the birch is considered a "weeping" tree, capable of bringing sadness to the inhabitants of the house.
Maple: The Family Wrecker
According to popular belief, maple can cause discord in the family.
It is believed that this tree can separate spouses or lead to divorce. It is considered especially dangerous to plant a maple opposite the front door of the house.
Willow: source of tears
The weeping willow, despite its picturesque appearance, is considered a tree of sorrow and tears. People believe that the willow can bring constant troubles and misfortunes to the house. Its drooping branches are associated with grief and loss.
Rowan: protector or destroyer
Rowan in Slavic mythology was considered a protector from evil forces. However, there is a belief that rowan planted close to the house can "suck" happiness out of the family.
It is recommended to plant rowan at some distance from the home so that it can protect, but not harm.
