Use the traditional holly and ivy plants for a spell to unite a partnership or friendship, or even to strengthen the bonds of family. Tie together a sprig of holly and ivy with a red ribbon. These plants have long been used in folklore for the winter holidays, so they should be easy to find. Holly is considered to have masculine energy and is associated with fire; ivy has feminine energy and is associated with water. Both have the qualities of protection and good fortune, and these two combined can represent balance and strength.

Speak these words as you place your holly and ivy bundle in a prominent place in your home:

Bring us balance and
endurance of the evergreen,
With unity that no misfortune
can ever come between.