#garden witch
Witchy reminder: It’s ok to have more than one book of shadows :)
♡ That naked witch in the woods
If you fill up one book, where are you going to put the rest of your ever increasing amount of spells, rituals, information, and all that jazz? In your second book of shadows of course! Or third, or fourth…
No matter which book you’re on, never stop learning about the craft!
Things To Research As A Green Witch MASTERLIST
A green witch is typically a witch who specializes and focuses on natural materials and energies. They are often skilled herbalists and probably enjoys gardening. Like a lot. You might be a baby green witch or an experienced one. Maybe even an eclectic one, no matter what, all is welcome!
I am most certainly not entitled to knowing everything about green witches but I want to help out some people when stuck on not knowing what to research.
As always, enjoy!
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plants!
edible plants :)
non Edible plants :(
other uses for non edible plants that’s not eating :)
history of herbal witchcraft
herbal brews
aromatherapy
drying flowers/herbs
harvesting flowers/herbs
endangered plants (so you don’t accidently pick them)
medicinal plants/herbs
teas
tinctures
meads
smoke blend recipes
different types of other natural based witches
seasonal magick
when to start sowing
when to reap
wheel of the year
types of plants
types of herbs
what types of animals/insects (bees, butterflies, etc.) do your flowers/herbs attract?
usage for *plant name*’s roots
usage for *plant name*’s stem
usage for *plant name*’s flowers
usage for *plant name*’s leaves
usage for *plant name*’s bark
usage for *plant name*’s seed
plants
what are herb sachets?
pressed flowers <3
smoked herbs
poisonous plants
essential oils
extracts
cacti/succulents
gardening 101 (hehe)
what are some good botanical books?
the fae
candle correspondence to elements
PlAnTs
houseplants
sage (god, I love sage)
lavender
rosemary
basil
chamomile
PLANTS
crystals
aloe vera
tea leaf readings
dear me, I almost forgot to mention plants
feel free to add on, loves!
♡ That naked witch in the woods
Flowers from my garden in the one with the bulbs coming up you can see our neighbours bunnies
Garden Blessings
Imbolc altar
The kodama I made a while ago up in our elder tree with some velvet shank mushrooms growing there
Still harvesting produce from the garden, had to save these before the snails got to them
As someone who has a hard time with spirit flight I absolutely ADORE this time of year.
If you’re like me and also usually struggle with leaving your body this is a great time to redouble your efforts and try again.
Rising from the dead to reblog this post (‘tis the season) and to let anyone who still follows me on here know that my friend finally convinced me to join her on Instagram sharing magical info.
It’s called Heckling Hags and I’ll be starting a whole intro to tarot series starting next Tuesday. It’ll be a fun time, though honestly mostly moderated by Kettle.
Sooo yeah, update over. I might pop in here now and then but I likely won’t ever update like I used to years ago.
Folklore Friday:
Plant your vines (beans, cucumbers, etc.) when the horns of the moon are turned up, so that they may grow vigorously. If planted when the horns of the moon are turned down, they will remain low and stunted.
*Bonus:
The same is said for fences- if you want them to remain, build while the horns are up. Fences built while the horns of the moon are directed down are said to sink until the bottom rail touches the ground.
Anyone have any book reccommendations for southern folk witchcraft thats not focused as much on bible-centric beliefs? Im having trouble trying to find resources that arent super full of bible references
Is there a particular reason you want to specifically practice folk magic but also avoid the Christian bible?
I don’t want to come off as flippant with that question. It’s sincerely asked because resources will be much more difficult to find if they are both hills you’re willing to die on. It won’t be impossible but everyone has different boundaries so you might be able to get away with more if your limits are looser.
For example, I’m not southern but my craft is based in the folklore of my area. It’s an area which is heavily Christian. I’m not, but I also acknowledge the power that a tool like the bible has in certain workings. It’s also worth noting that just because something might come from a “Christian” source doesn’t mean there aren’t roots that dig even deeper.
If you truly want it to be southern, andfolklore based, and not Christian I would research stories and folklore of the area. Distill them down to their bones. Experiment with what works. Journal your findings. Get to know the local flora and fauna and the energy that resides in them and the land itself. Though to be fair, this is always my advice when it comes to locally based witchcraft.
Best of luck!
Restocking my stash of dried rose petals. Clean and then bake at 200 °F for 30 min.
Day 4 Having a terrible night creatively because I’m getting way distracted by the awesomeness that is #lukecage. #inktober2016 #witches
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First strawberry of the year
Platycodon Grandiflorum
- In Traditional Chinese Medicine: Jie Geng
- Parts used: roots and immature flowers
- Meridian affected: lungs, liver, blood
- Properties: bitter, astringent, detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, anti-histamine, expectorant
Medicinal Actions
Clears the lungs and sinuses of mucus, dilates the bronchi, expels pus and phlegm
Soothes sore throat
Boosts immune system function and white cell count
Expedites healing of soft tissues
To Be Emotional
A witch’s garden grows like a feral dream
♀️I planted wild flowers in this spot ♀️
This garden needed a faerie… and a wizard♀️♂️
