The jade plant was on the corner of her messy kitchen counter, wedged between a toaster and a jar of wooden spoons. The leaves were dusty and a little wrinkled, as if they were sorry for taking up space. One night, while she was half-heartedly scrolling through her phone, she read a line that made her thumb stop: “Your money plant is probably in the worst spot for your luck.” She laughed and then looked at the plant.
Two days later, she put it on a small table by the door, facing the window in the living room. There was no explosion and no winning the lottery. But the house felt… softer. Not as tense. For once, her partner got paid on time, an old argument seemed to go away, and the kitchen didn’t feel so heavy.
At that point, she started to wonder how much a plant’s location can change a home without anyone noticing.
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The exact Feng Shui spot that jade plants “love” for peace and money
If you go into the homes of people who say their jade plant brings them luck, you’ll see that it doesn’t usually sit in a dark corner. In classic Feng Shui, the jade plant is a sign of growing money and a living piggy bank. It also has a favourite spot in the house. When you stand at the main entrance and look inside, that spot is the wealth corner. It’s in the back left corner of your home.
People think that this corner on the left, which is connected to the “Xun” or wealth area, brings more abundance, chances, and long-term success. You aren’t just putting down a houseplant when you put a thriving jade there. You send a gentle reminder every day that growth is welcome here.
Imagine a small flat in the city where the wealth corner is the end of the living room, right behind a sagging armchair. Sara put her jade in a simple white pot by a bright window. She cleaned it and wiped it down like it was new. The next week, she finally got her online banking in order, cancelled a subscription that was no longer useful, and took on a freelance project she had been putting off for months.
Nothing magical came out of the leaves. But she kept saying that the plant in the back left corner made her feel like her new habits were anchored there. One thing she could see, one exact place, and all of a sudden her money life didn’t seem so crazy.
This “exact spot” isn’t just a random superstition in Feng Shui. The Bagua divides a home into nine areas, each of which is related to a different theme, such as career, relationships, family, wealth, and so on. The wealth sector is in the back left corner of that grid, and it is linked to wood energy and moving up.
With its thick, coin-shaped leaves and branching stems, the jade plant naturally represents wood and slow, steady growth. Put it in the wealth corner, and you’ll have your symbol, element, and intention all in one place. Even people who don’t fully believe in the spiritual side often find that this clear, visual focus helps them treat their money with more respect.
How to put your jade plant in the right place step by step (and what people get wrong without saying anything)
Begin at the door to your house. Stand just inside and look into your home. The area behind and to the left of where you are standing is your overall wealth corner. This area is more important for your jade plant than even the best designer pot. Walk over there and look at it with new eyes. Is there any light? Is there a mess?
Is it a corner that no one likes?
First, clear the surface and wipe it down. Then, pick a stable, slightly higher spot, like a console, side table, or shelf that doesn’t wobble. Put your jade in a spot where it gets bright, indirect light, with the “face” of the jade facing the room, not a blank wall. For many people, that simple act has become a small ritual that says, “growth can come in and stay.”
This is where most of us go wrong: we treat the jade plant like it’s just a pretty thing to have. We put it on a windowsill over a leaking sink, on top of the fridge or in a dark hallway because ‘there’s room there’. Then we are surprised when it gets mad and loses leaves. These places usually have a lot of stress, like heat, noise, and constant movement. That’s not the kind of relaxed prosperity that you want.
People also like to put jade plants on the floor by the door, like green doormats. This makes Feng Shui practitioners cringe. When people walk in with muddy shoes, they shouldn’t step over abundance energy. It should rise. Let’s be honest: no one really does this every day, but even moving the pot up 20 cm changes how you feel about it.
You can hear the same thing over and over again in different words when you talk to fans:
Léa, a designer from Paris, says, “I don’t know if the jade plant literally brought me money, but once I put it in the wealth corner and started taking care of it, I automatically cared a little more about myself and my choices.” Something fell into place.
Inside that small change, the details matter. A lot of Feng Shui experts say:
– Choosing a small, healthy jade plant with firm, shiny leaves.
– For a wealth boost, use a clean, unchipped pot, preferably one that is green, purple, or deep blue.
– To keep the soil from rotting and “stagnant” energy, water it only when it’s slightly dry.
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– Putting something meaningful close by, like a small coin, a picture of a goal, or a candle that makes you feel better.
– Once a month, gently dust the leaves so they can “breathe” and let in light. None of this has to be perfect; it just needs to be a quiet, repeated signal that growth is welcome in that part of your life.
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After a few weeks, most people notice that the jade plant starts to look like a mirror. When life is busy and chaotic, we forget to water the plants, the leaves get dusty, and the soil looks tired. The plant perks up when the routines get easier again. It sends out new shoots and leans gratefully toward the light. It’s a slow, green way to see how well you’re really doing at home.
Some families use it to talk to their kids about saving, being patient, and working toward common goals. Some people just like knowing that there is one living thing in the house that only has to grow quietly in the wealth corner. We’ve all been there: that moment when the house doesn’t feel right and you don’t know where to start. Moving a jade plant won’t fix everything, but it’s a small, real first step that feels strangely grounding. Over time, that same spot becomes charged with more than just superstition: bills are finally filed instead of piled, money talks are less tense, and relationships are a little lighter. The jade stands there, doing what plants do best: reminding us that real growth is slow, clear, and totally possible.
Main pointDetail: What the reader gets out of it
Find the corner of the wealthTo find the back-left corner of your home, stand at the front door and look inside.Tells you exactly where to put your jade plant so you can do something with it
Use height and lightDon’t put the plant on the floor; instead, put it on a stable surface with bright, indirect light.Helps plants stay healthy and makes people feel more respected and abundant.
Care as a habitRegularly watering, dusting the leaves, and keeping the corner clear of clutter turns simple plant care into a gentle focus on wealth, harmony, and calm.
Questions and Answers:
Where should I put my jade plant to make money?
Stand just inside your front door, facing your home, and look to the far back-left corner. In traditional Feng Shui, that area is known as your wealth corner. It’s also the best place for a jade plant that is meant to bring in more money.
Is it okay to use the wealth corner of just one room instead?
Yes, especially in small apartments or homes that are shared. You can use the same “back-left from the door” rule in your living room or office and put the jade in that corner of your home where you want to focus on wealth.
What kind of light does a jade plant need in that area?
Jade plants like light that isn’t too direct. The best place to be is near a window with filtered light. If the back-left corner of your room is very dark, you could use a mirror to reflect light in or a soft grow lamp to help the plant grow.
Does it mean bad luck if my jade plant looks sick or loses leaves?
Feng Shui practitioners often see it as a gentle sign, not a curse. It’s a sign that you should refresh the soil, check your watering, get rid of clutter around the area, and maybe look at parts of your life or money that feel neglected.
Do I need any coins or crystals with the jade plant?
You don’t need them, but a small item that has meaning for you can help you stick to your goal. You only need one coin, a small bowl, or a small crystal next to the pot. The important thing is that it feels meaningful to you and not too much or staged.
