Middle Earth Magic: Inspired Ideas and Seasonal Spells for Your Enchanted Life
I grew up on a farm in West Virginia and learned much about herbs, trees, animals, gardening, foraging and so much about nature. I incorporate this wisdom I learned from elders in my family into my spellwork. When I finally left the farm, I majored in Medieval Studies, my attempt to emulate my idol, J.R.R. Tolkien. All these influences led me to my own blended brew which I call "middle earth magic," containing a mix of the modern and the time-tested "old ways."
The Practical Witch’s Herbal Healing Almanac
Plants carry potent energy you can use to amplify your magical workings. Use the signs of the sun, moon and stars to your advantage and, over time, you will come to know which ones are most effective for you. Make sure to use your own astrological chart in working with these herbs. Here is a guide to the astrological associations of plants you may grow in your kitchen garden or keep dried in your pantry:
Aries, ruled by Mars: carnation, cedar, clove, cumin, fennel, juniper, peppermint and pine
Taurus, ruled by Venus: apple, daisy, lilac, magnolia, plumeria, rose, thyme, vanilla and violet
Gemini, ruled by Mercury: almond, mint, clover, dill, lavender, lemongrass, lily and parsley
Cancer, ruled by the Moon: eucalyptus, gardenia, jasmine, lemon, lotus, myrrh and sandalwood
Leo, ruled by the Sun: acacia, cinnamon, heliotrope, nutmeg, orange and rosemary
Virgo, ruled by Mercury: almond, cypress, bergamot, mint, mace, moss, thyme and patchouli
Libra, ruled by Venus: catnip, marjoram, mugwort, spearmint, sweet pea, thyme and vanilla
Scorpio, ruled by Pluto: allspice, basil, cumin, galangal and ginger
Sagittarius, ruled by Jupiter: anise, cedar wood, sassafras, star anise and honeysuckle
Capricorn, ruled by Saturn: lemon thyme, mimosa, vervain and vetiver
Aquarius, ruled by Uranus: gum, citron, cypress, lavender, spearmint and pine
Pisces, ruled by Neptune: clover, orris, neroli, sarsaparilla and sweet pea
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