The placement of your Christmas tree is always a topic for debate, whether you opt for putting it by a window to twinkle out on the street, a cozy corner, or at the bottom of a sweeping staircase.
But as our Feng Shui pros reveal, there's one very specific place you should be placing your tree for wealth in 2026 – whether you're yet to buy, or will need to move yours. Here, they explain why this Feng Shui Christmas tree placement is so important.
Where to Put Your Christmas Tree for Wealth and Wellbeing in 2026
As Suzanne Butler from Harmonizing Energies Feng Shui explains, 'When people think Christmas tree placement, they’re usually worried about aesthetics, power points, or where the dog or cat can’t knock it over.'
But, in terms of Feng Shui, the tree isn't just about decorations. Instead, she highlights, 'It's an activation device for the festive season and the year ahead. Where you place that symbol of the season can either pour luck into your home, or quietly siphon it away.'
For that reason, the very best place to put your Christmas tree in 2025 is in the South and Southeast areas of your living room ideas, 'to pack a double punch going into 2026,' says Suzanne. But why, exactly?
Well, while this may seem unnecessary, or even a little extra, with a little know-how, it makes perfect sense. Most specifically, it's because in Feng Shui, the Southeast governs Wealth and Prosperity, which is why Feng Shui wealth corners exist.
'A Christmas tree is a powerful Wood element feature, and in this sector, Wood is the star of the show,' advises Suzanne. 'When you place your tree here, you’re essentially feeding the area that governs financial flow. Think of it as fertilising the “money corner” with sparkle, intention, and upward Wood energy.
'Bring more green and blue colours into this area to support the space, and keep the traditional red to a minimum,' when thinking up your Christmas tree ideas. 'It’s the ultimate sign of abundance with all the gifts you place below.'
In Feng Shui, the South and Southeast represent wealth and prosperity. Placing your tree in that area of your home will invite good chi (energy) in your wealth corner.
It's not just wealth, either, as the South also relates to fame and reputation, meaning how visible you are in the world and the recognition you receive for your work, which you may know if you're clued up on Feng Shui energy mapping.
Max McKenzie, a double-qualified Feng Shui practitioner, member of the International Feng Shui Guild, and home healer at Yinteriors, adds, 'This area aligns with the Fire element, and Wood naturally feeds Fire. A tree placed here can help “fuel” that sense of being seen, appreciated, and rewarded – all of which can positively influence finances.'
As Suzanne says, 'Imagine being offered a new opportunity over the festive season, just because of where you placed your tree!' Here, she advises, you can also go mad with all the red decorations you may like, sticking to Feng Shui Christmas decorating rules, as it will support the area.
'Put simply: Placing your tree in the South or Southeast is like setting your home’s money engine to “turbo” while giving your reputation the equivalent of a red-carpet spotlight,' she continues.
Why You Should Avoid the North (No Matter How Cute It Looks There)
While it might look good, placing your tree in the North is a serious Feng Shui mistake.
Feng Shui consultant Suzanne also has strong feelings about placing the tree in the North of your home. 'The North sector of a home is connected to the Water element, which governs career and life path,' she says. 'Water is powerful, but it’s picky about what you mix into it.
'Your Christmas tree is a strong Wood element. In the elemental cycle, Wood drains Water. Place your tree in the North, and you tip the balance into a conflict that can show up as:
- Money leaking instead of growing: 'This could look like the oven ceasing to work whilst you are cooking the duck fat potatoes' for your Christmas party recipes.
- Career setbacks or stagnation: 'A retrenchment on Christmas Eve is not ideal.'
- Feeling directionless or overwhelmed: 'A lack of desire to head back to the office on December 27.'
Essentially, warns Suzanne, 'It’s basically the Feng Shui equivalent of pouring soil into your swimming pool. Just because you can doesn’t mean you should.'
And, more generally, adds Max, when it comes to keeping Feng Shui energy flowing in winter and creating good Feng Shui in your home, a large tree placed in the North of your living room can create a symbolic imbalance, potentially disrupting the smooth flow of career energy.
'In short, the North benefits from openness and movement,' she explains. 'Introducing a dense, heavy object like a Christmas tree can create a sense of obstruction in a place where flow is important.'
Why a Blocked Tree Makes for a Difficult Christmas
Blocked Qi, also referred to as chi, can cause stress, irritability, stagnation, and unexpected delays or obstacles in life.
Even in the perfect gua, a poorly placed tree can change or sabotage the energy of your home, leaving you needing to fix your home's traffic flow, which becomes even more of an issue if your tree blocks walkways or doorways, and disrupts Qi.
This blocked Qi, Suzanne advises, can cause stress, irritability, stagnation, and unexpected delays or obstacles in life.
'Your tree should feel like an invitation, not an obstacle course,' she says. 'If you’re having to sidestep it like you’re dodging a startled reindeer, the Qi is definitely struggling, and no one wants to sit in the doorway to open their gifts.
'In essence, your tree will go where there is space, but there are plenty of things you can do to enhance your prosperity and luck for the season by way of decorating to support your home's natural energetic blueprint.'
It's also important to keep in mind, reassures Max, that a Christmas tree is only in place for a few weeks each year, so it's important not to worry if space limitations make it difficult, or impossible, to swerve the places you should always avoid putting a Christmas tree and position it perfectly.
'Enjoy your tree wherever it fits best, and simply restore balance once it comes down,' she says. 'If you want to intentionally boost good fortune for 2026, try a jade plant or three pieces of lucky bamboo in the Southeast to support prosperity, or red flowers in the South to strengthen confidence, recognition, and positive visibility.'
These, explains Max, are small touches that can help refresh the energy of your home long after the decorations are packed away come January.
Feng Shui Christmas Tree Essentials
All prices were correct at the time of publication.
Wherever you place your Christmas tree, you'll need a strong and sturdy stand to keep it from falling over. This one is a number one bestseller, and includes an easy-to-read, built-in water level indicator.
This tree skirt is a festive finishing touch to add a touch of flair and personality to your seasonal display, but it also makes it far easier to clean and get pine needles out of carpets and rugs.
To keep things simple and traditional, these red baubles come in a large value pack, and are also available in ten different colors, like blue, white, green, silver, and antique gold.
Take Max's advice and pop a jade plant in the Southeast of your living room to support prosperity. This one arrives live, to save you the trouble of planting, watering, and waiting – you'll just need to know how to water a jade plant.
Of course, no Christmas tree is complete without twinkling lights. This is 20 feet long and suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, and comes complete with two flasher bulbs, two spare bulbs, and two replacement fuses.
As Feng Shui pro Suzanne explains, the use of blue on your tree in the Southeast of your living room supports your space. This set includes ornaments with matte, shiny, glitter, and sequin finishes.
Meet the Experts
Suzanne first embraced Feng Shui in 2017, and has since manifested over $500,000 in unexpected income, landed job offers after just one interview, travelled the world, attracted high-level business opportunities, and even sold homes at record-breaking prices. For that reason, she's passionate about helping others unlock the same Feng Shui success, from where to place a Christmas tree to attracting abundance.
Max is a double-qualified Feng Shui practitioner and member of the International Feng Shui Guild. With a 30-year career in brand and marketing, a large part of which was spent with the Royal Institute of British Architects, Max really understands how people interact with their environment and how good design can influence behaviour and improve lives. She is also the co-founder of interiors consultancy Yinteriors, dedicated to creating balanced and harmonious residential and commercial spaces.
For a little inspiration, Kourtney Kardashian's Christmas tree placement is approved by Feng Shui experts.
