An early Henbane potion was dedicated to Apollo, the Greek god of healing and disease. A Henbane potion could cure the madness brought on by those … [Read more...] about A Henbane potion to honor Apollo, or to treat madness or induce it as part of the witch’s flying potion, April 27, 2019
Witches Garden
Cleome Serrulata: A Native American addition to the witch’s garden and table, and a friend to bees and butterflies
You can't overestimate the importance of bees in a witch's garden, for our stinging friends help to pollinate. Just behind them in usefulness in this … [Read more...] about Cleome Serrulata: A Native American addition to the witch’s garden and table, and a friend to bees and butterflies
Datura unfolding in the witch’s garden
This is my first year for growing Datura. Around here it's known as Jimson Weed, though I believe what they call that here is a different animal … [Read more...] about Datura unfolding in the witch’s garden
Why a moon garden #3: Brugmansia tree bursts into bloom and lights up the moon garden
I admit I had doubts it would do it. The USDA lists our plant hardiness zone as 6b, which isn't exactly this plant's natural habitat. But it did it. … [Read more...] about Why a moon garden #3: Brugmansia tree bursts into bloom and lights up the moon garden
What survived the winter in the witch’s garden?
Relatively speaking it was a nasty winter. It turned cold in November and is still a bit chilly most days in March, as well as dipping down below … [Read more...] about What survived the winter in the witch’s garden?
Starting seeds indoors for a witch’s garden
I think my success in gardening for the past three years (and I'm not about to claim great success mind you, at best about a 75% success rate which … [Read more...] about Starting seeds indoors for a witch’s garden
