Feng Shui, which means “wind water” in English, is a way of decorating your living spaces in order to influence your life a certain way. Feng Shui can even be used for planning outdoor garden wall fountains to influence the flow of chi, or positive energy, in and around your home.

According to Feng Shui, water is important because it has the ability to absorb chi, almost like a sponge. The flow of the water therefore influences the flow of the chi. The placement of a fountain is therefore very important, because the direction it faces is the direction in which it sends all this positive energy it has collected.

Outdoor garden wall fountains can be very important for gathering chi and sending it your way. To be the most effective, your fountain should be situated in the north, east, or southeast part of your garden. So that the chi can flow into your house, the fountain needs to be positioned so that the water flows toward an entrance or a large window.

In order for outdoor garden wall fountains to be most effective, the rest of the garden will need to be designed with Feng Shui in mind. Make sure there are no barriers, such as high walls, to block the proper flow of chi into your home. Also, keep in mind that natural materials support and enhance the flow of chi, whereas artificial materials block it. So when planning your landscaping design, opt for materials such as rock, slate, wood, and bamboo over materials such as concrete.

The principles of Feng Shui can also help you choose the right fountain when shopping for outdoor garden wall fountains. For instance, since the flow of the water impacts the flow of chi, make sure that you choose a waterfall that flows at moderate speed. You do not want a waterfall that flows either too slowly or too quickly. Look for a waterfall that is built with natural materials and in designs inspired by nature: rock, slate, copper, and bamboo waterfalls are all good choices. Finally, since Feng Shui places a lot of emphasis on round shapes, look for outdoor garden wall fountains that have round basins or other round design features.

You should also be aware that good maintenance and upkeep of outdoor garden wall fountains isn’t just about keeping them in good working order. The condition of your fountain can affect how well it channels positive energy. For instance, a crack or a leak in your fountain is bad luck because it allows chi to escape before the positive energy can be sent your way. Likewise, allowing algae to build up in your fountain is bad luck because it attracts negative elements that will undermine the positive energy the water absorbs.

There are many other ways you can use outdoor garden wall fountains and the principles of Feng Shui to inspire peace and positive energy in your life. For instance, goldfish represent wealth, which is why they are a popular addition to ponds in Feng Shui gardens. Likewise, metal sculptures of animals may symbolize other characteristics of a good life, such as good health or luck. Finally, just the sound of running water can imbue a garden and the surrounding area with feelings of peace and well being.

As you can see, outdoor garden wall fountains are about more than just pretty landscaping. Whether or not you believe in the principles of Feng Shui, there is no doubt that a quiet outdoor garden with the sound of running water is peaceful and even healing on some subconscious level. If you are putting in a garden and a fountain anyway, you might as well look to Feng Shui for some ideas. After all, one thing is for certain: some of the most beautiful gardens and the most peaceful outdoor garden wall fountains are designed with Feng Shui in mind.