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It was once said that if a person heard the bells of the foxglove ring, they were doomed to die. Of course, this is not to be taken literally, as it was folklore inspired by foxglove's (Digitalis purpurea) poisonous nature. But there is something that foxglove and bells have in common, and that is protective magick. Foxgloves are one of our "garden wards," and can be planted to protect your property. Bells have a long history in magick. They have been used to clear ritual space, invoke the ...
Gnomes are earth elementals that can be helpful creatures, especially in the garden. They have masculine energy and can be highly protective, which aligns with the energy of Thursday. Working with gnomes means creating a space for them to occupy. A flower bed or garden area is an excellent place to invite them to stay. They enjoy the wilder parts of nature, so a spot that is shady and a tad overgrown is an excellent choice. You can put out food and drink to entice them in. You will know they ...
Birds relate to the element of air. If you like working with air, then helping birds can improve your connection with that element. Many bird species migrate twice annually. In spring they leave their winter roosts for summer nesting grounds, and in autumn they and their fledged chicks fly to warmer refuges. On these journeys, most of them rely on finding food, water, and resting spots along the way to keep them going. Today is World Migratory Bird Day this year. You can help migrating birds ...
Milk and honey are two signs of abundance. Adding them to your garden encourages your plants to grow and produce abundantly. Create a simple abundance sigil that is personal to you. What represents an abundant garden to you? If you sell your produce, perhaps a dollar sign or money bag. I use a large bowl shape and "fill" it with outlines of produce—big round tomatoes, string bean lines, and ovals of squash. Use the milk first, slowly, and gently pour it onto the ground, drawing your ...
