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Today is Floralia, the Roman festival in honor of Flora, the goddess of flowers and other growing things. Druidic lore has Blodeuwedd, whose name means “flower face.” Think of how some flowers such as pansies have a “face” on their petals. Spend the day worshipping your garden. If you have used an off-season cover crop, you can till it under for green manure. Otherwise, dead leaves or cut grass can be worked into the soil to add more organic matter. Composted animal ...
Springtime heralds the arrival of gardening in most locations, and carrying out a seed and garden blessing will start the season off right. You’ll need some packets of seeds, a trowel or small shovel, some organic fertilizer, and a cup of water. Carry the items to your garden location. Hold the seeds skyward and say: I honor these seeds, each carryingthe essence of new life and the giftsof food, warmth, and shelter. MayI learn the lessons of these seedsand respect their ...
Summer seems so far off, but it really is just a tick in time away. Gather your calendar and a pen and do a manifesting spell. Cast a circle for protection. Call in the directions: East, bring the winds of inspiration.South, fan the fire of dreams.West, fill me with watery creation.North, make real what I need. On your calendar, mark out times to take vacations: a half day spirited away from work, a weekend escape, or a weeklong absence from your work, home, town, and chores. Say this out ...
Ordinary grasses are known for their protective qualities. When charged with magical intent, they’re excellent for protecting the garden. Early in the spring, cut some tall grasses. Just a handful will do. Tie the bunch of grass in the middle with some jute twine or a few more stems of grass. As you stand in your garden, hold the bundle of grass. Charge it with these words: Green and noble grasses,Guard this garden aseach season passes.Guard the seeds I plantwith my own hand.Protect the ...
