hekatesoasis:Witch Tips: Lavender*if you are allergic to lavender, read my post on substitutes*
hekatesoasis: Witch Tips: Lavender *if you are allergic to lavender, read my post on substitutes* ~ What is Lavender? Lavender is a part of the mint family, native to the Mediterranean region, and parts of Africa and India. This purple herb carries a very fragrant scent. ~ Planting and Harvesting your Lavender Plant your Lavender in a warm, sunny spot that is shielded from harsh winds. Lavender can take heat and occasional drought. Make sure it’s planted in a pot that is at least 1-2 inches bigger than the root ball and has a hole for drainage. Water when the soil feels dry, and try your best to not get the leaves wet. Harvest your lavender plant when the buds are just beginning to open. Cut them into long stems and bundle them up and hang them upside down to dry. *To learn more about drying out herbs, read my post here* ~ Magickal Uses of Lavender Lavender can be used in spells for protection, enhancing psychic abilities, encouraging love and fertility, and to promote peace. Burn it in a bundle to invite spirits or promote dreams. ~ Healing Uses of Lavender Lavender’s fragrance is very relaxing and peaceful, which makes it an amazing herb for individuals dealing with depression and/or anxiety. Put a washcloth with lavender oil on it in your pillowcase before bed. This will promote restful sleep. ~ Culinary Uses of Lavender If you ever make a dessert to use in a spell for love or fertility, sprinkle a little bit of edible lavender on top. You can use lavender extract to make delicacies! Lavender sugar; put lavender in a jar with sugar in a shaded place for about a month. Enjoy! I hope this is useful! xx ~ @chlovoyant -- source link