Tag: Protection & Warding

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Associated with alder, fairies; hawthorn. Planet: Saturn. Colors: black, indigo. Herb: mullein. Influences: self-discipline, life, building, doctrine, protection, freedom, elderly, destroying diseases and pests. [Green Witchcraft]

Peony

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Cherished for generations, the peony is one of the most carefree and powerful magical plants that can be planted near your threshold. Known in Grandma’s day by the folk name piney, they’ve been used in medicine and magic since ancient times. Planted near the threshold, the peony protects against evil spirits. It was even used in exorcisms long ago. Cut for a vase arrangement, peonies will also protect the inside of the home. Blooming begins in May, but the entire plant has protective powers. It blooms in white, cream, red, and various shades of pink. I know you’ll find one you’ll love. [1]

Resources

[1] Llewellyn’s 2022 Magical Almanac by Chi Cicero

Geranium

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Cheery geraniums are anothe rprotective plant that can be enjoyed potted near the threshold. Red geraniums are very protective. When cut and placed in a vase inside, they can protect the inteerior of a home also. Outside they repel negativity . Pink geraniums draw friendship, and white geraniums are soothing. Don’t forget, scented geraniums can also be grown in pots near hte threshold. Depending on the scent you select, scented geraniums can calm you or repel evil. For some quick magic, try rubbing the leaf of a rose-scented geraium on an exterior doorknob to protect the home from emotional upsets in general. [1]

Resources

[1] Llewellyn’s 2022 Magical Almanac by Chi Cicero

Fern

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A potted fern is one of the easiest and most magical plants you can grow by your threshold. They’ve graced doorsteps since the Victorian era, adn it’s easy to see why. Their lush greenery brings a sense of calm and their foliage has strong protective vibrations. They guard against all evil. Including a few stems in a vase arrangement will bring their magical powers inside too. [1]

Fern. Protection, blending-in, shielding. Kimberley Queen Fern (Nephrolepis obliterata) is a pet safe fern that removes formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene from the environment. Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) is also pet safe. [2]

Burn indoors for protection, outside for rain. Bracken fern root sprinkled under the pillow grants dream solutions to problems. [1]

Resources

[1] Llewellyn’s 2022 Magical Almanac by Chi Cicero

[2] Practical Witch’s Almanac 2022 by Friday Gladheart

[3] Green Witchcraft by Ann Moura

Ash (Fraxinus spp.)

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Wands, protection, leaves for prophetic dreams, prosperity, study, health, enhances magic, made into besoms and stangs. Ash, oak and hawthorn grown or found together form what is called a Fairy Triad, where the fair folk may visit and maybe seen. Sprinkle ash leaves under the pillow to grant insight and prophetic dreams. [1]

The world tree, astral travel, all rites of passage, healing, protection, initiation, autumn equinox, Midsummer, Ostara, and Yule. Sacred to Ares, Athena, Cernunnos, Fates, Furies, Gwydion, Herne, Jupiter, Llyr, Mars, Minerva, Neptune, Norns, Odin, Poseidon, Thor, Uranus, Woden, Wyrd, Ymir, and Zeus. Ruled by the sun, the elements of water and fire, and the star sign Leo. [2]

Resources

[1] Green Witchcraft by Ann Moura

[2] The Hearth Witch’s Compendium by Anna Franklin

Rose (Rosa spp.)

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Rebirth, resurrection, funerals, memorials, initiations, luck, love, passion, sexuality, sensuality, seduction, marriage, Great Rite, handfasting, Beltane. The white rose represents purity, perfection, innocence, virginity, and the Maiden Goddess, while the red rose is earthly passion, fertility, and the Mother Goddess. Red roses are ruled by Jupiter, damask roses by the planet Venus, and white roses by the moon. All fall under the element of water. Sacred to Adonis, Aphrodite, Artemis, Aurora, Bacchus, Blodeuwedd, Christ, Cupid, Demeter, Dionysus, Eros, Flora, Freya, Hathor, Horus, Hulda, Hymen, Inanna, Ishtar, Isis, Kubaba, the Mothers, Nike, Ninsianna, Saule, Venus, Virgin Mary, and Vishnu. [1]

When thinking about planting a protective barrier or plants and flowers near your threshold, let’s not forget to mention roses. The flower of peace, love, and friendship, the rose is also highly protective when planted near the entrance of a home. It helps prevent negativity from entering any dwelling. Just scattering a few rose petals near the threshold will ease domestic tensions. This will also neutralize any dark energy left behind by an unpleasant visitor who has just left. Today there are many easy-care roses available, so you needn’t worry about fussing over them with toxic sprays. However, today’s easy-to-grow roses shouldn’t need sraying. Simply plant them and enjoy their protective qualities. [2]

Resources

[1] The Hearth Witch’s Compendium by Anna Franklin

[2] Llewellyn’s 2022 Magical Almanac by Chi Cicero

Linden / Lime (Citrus acida)

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Bark used for protection, leaves and flowers for immortality, good fortune, sleep and love, incense to encourage changes. [1]

Healing, love, protection. Ruled by the element of fire. [2]

Resources

[1] Green Witch by Ann Moura

[2] The Hearth Witch’s Compendium by Anna Franklin