Hawthorn is a sacred tree full of wisdom, a nurturing spirit, and messenger of the Otherworld. This guardian tree has been worshiped, worked with, adored, and even feared across the centuries. I hope this introduction starts you on your journey of working with Hawthorn. Here is a summary of medicinal uses, folklore, and occult associations of this magical tree.

Bealtaine in Irish means the month of May. This ancient fire festival is to welcome the fertile season of growth and Summer. This festival marks the exact cross quarter point between the Spring equinox & the Summer solstice. This year Bealtaine also aligns with the full moon.

In Irish mythology, the Otherworld is the realm of the deities, mystical entities, and possibly also of the dead. In Gaelic & Brittonic mythology it is usually described as a supernatural realm of everlasting youth, beauty, health, abundance and joy.

Foxglove is a plant beloved by the fairies, and its appearance in the wild indicates their presence is near. This enchanting flower is influenced by both Air and Saturn which in turn gives this flower an Aquarius rulership.

Some folklore, mythology, and magic surrounding the alluring Spring flowers: Daffodils. “‘tis the season to not pick daffodils from wild places unless you want to anger powers beyond your sight.”