Vastu Shastra for Gardens: Harmonizing Nature and Space
Vastu Shastra is an ancient environmental science that studies the influence of natural forces—magnetic poles, sun rays, and land composition—on living beings. According to the traditional system of Vastu for gardens, it is essential for the five basic elements to remain in harmony to ensure seeds germinate, develop, and grow healthily. Any imbalance in soil (earth), sun (fire), wind (air), water, or space can slow down growth and may even cause irreversible damage.
As a general rule, a garden should be located on the North or West side within the compound boundaries.
Five Elements and Their Garden Associations
| Element | Associated Area | Effect |
| Earth | Southwest | Provides grounding and sustenance |
| Water | Northeast | Helps flora flourish |
| Fire | Southeast | Keeps plants free of diseases |
| Air | Northwest | Promotes cross-pollination |
| Space | Central area | Encourages positive energy flow nourishing other elements |
Positive energies from the North and solar energies from the East encourage harmony and stability.
Planting Trees and Foliage According to Vastu
| Type | Best Direction | Advice |
| Smaller shrubs | East or North | Avoid Northeast |
| Tall trees (e.g. Coconut) | Southwest | Do not plant too close to the building |
| Large trees (e.g. Mango) | South or West | Ensure ample sunlight; avoid blocking light for residents |
| Tulsi (Basil) | North, Northeast, or East | Best grown along pathways from the main gate to the entrance |
| Creepers | Exteriors of the building | Provide independent support; avoid compound walls or building walls |
| Fruit-bearing trees | East | - |
| Flowering plants (e.g. Jasmine, Rose, Marigold) | Southwest | Avoid thorny plants except Rose; Jasmine is auspicious along pathways |
Vastu for Other Garden Structures
| Structure | Auspicious Direction | Advice |
| Flower pots | North-East, North, or East (on ground) | Avoid compound walls; keep height under 3 feet |
| Waterfall | North or East | Avoid Northeast corner |
| Swimming pool | North-East or North | Do not place in the center of the garden |
| Benches | East or North | Place in open spaces |
| Swings | East or North | - |
| Stone sculptures / rock gardens | Southwest, South, or West | Avoid other directions |
| Bird’s nest / pet house | Northwest corner | - |
Auspicious Plants and Trees
Trees:
- Coconut
- Sandalwood
- Lemon
- Almond
- Pineapple
- Jackfruit
- Mango
- Bakul
- Neem (Azadirachta indica)
Plants:
Things to Avoid
- Thorny plants (except Rose)
- Fruit-bearing trees inside or outside the house
- Milk-bearing trees
- Dry leaves, creepers, and overgrown shrubs (must be removed regularly)
- Banyan and fig trees (should only be planted in temples)
- Trees in the center or directly in front of a house
6 comments
Shikha
Can we place moss frame in north direction? We are asked to put lush green frame in north so can we put moss there?
suvin
these are all fruit bearing trees
Auspicious Plants And Trees As Per Vastu For Garden:
Trees:
Coconut,
Sandalwood,
Lemon,
Almond,
Pineapple,
Jackfruit,
Mango,
Bakul,
Azadirachta indica
THEN Y?
Things To Be Avoided:
Planting thorny plants is prohibited inside or outside a house.
Fruit bearing trees must be avoided.. PLZ EXPLAIN….
Lalitha sree Vinjamuri
Very useful information related garden do U have any book on this please inform us
rohit
nice
myBageecha
Yes. It will work perfectly. Although it will need sunlight!
Swati Vora
Is it advisable to keep Aloe Vera plant inside the house .. ?
Please advice .. Thanxx