Ostara Flowers
As promised, here is a list of some flowers
that should be in bloom come Ostara depending on where you live and the climate
in your area.
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Apple Blossoms-White to pink. Used for healing. They correspond to the
element of Water. Sacred to the Goddess; used by the Bandraoi or woman-druids.
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Carnation-White to red. Carnations are also exceptional for dyeing.
Cut white carnations on long stems, put them in water with some food coloring,
and the tint will show up in the petal veins; so they can be any color. They
convey strength, protection, and healing. These are masculine, Fire flowers.
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Cherry Blossoms-White to pink. Use for love or divination. They
correspond to the element of Water. They symbolize feminine energy and the
beauty of ephemeral things.
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Clover-White to dark pink, also yellow. Correspondences include good luck, love,
protection, and success. Clover relates to the element of Air and masculine
energy.
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Crocus-White to purple, also yellow. Saffron from crocus is an ideal spice for
Ostara.
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Daffodils-White to yellow. Daffodils apply to fertility and good
luck. The narcissus type is associated with self-love. They have masculine
energy and a Water correspondence.
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Dogwood-White to deep pink. A symbol of sacrifice, also associated with dogs. Good
for wish magick.
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Eastern Redbud-Pink. The small tree bears masses of tiny flowers and
heart shaped leaves. The flowers represent the blood of betrayal, and the
leaves a forgiving heart. Excellent for working through shame or guilt.
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Forsythia-Yellow. The shrub bears long thin branches festooned with
yellow flowers, which may be cut to make wreaths. It symbolizes anticipation.
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Hyacinth-Many colors. A symbol of homosexual love in Greek tradition, also associated
with happiness.
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Iris-All colors. Good for purification and wisdom. Corresponds to Water and
feminine energy. Sacred to Iris, the Greek goddess of rainbows.
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Lilacs-White to purple, also pale yellow. Useful for protection. Corresponds to
Water and feminine energy. (Great plant to have near any entryway of your
home.)
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Lily of the Valley-White. Sacred to the Goddess, and a symbol of motherhood.
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Peonies-White to deep pink. They stand for prosperity, honor, romance, good
fortune, and beauty.
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Pussy Willow-Silver to pale yellow. Small fuzzy buds open into fluffy
flowers. The stems are usually cut at the bud stage and put in a vase for
display. They represent feline magick as well as spring, and willows connect to
Water.
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Tulips-Many colors. They manifest prosperity. They relate to the element of Earth
and feminine energy.
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Violas-Many colors; the famous Johnny jump-ups are purple-and-yellow. Ironically
they correspond both to sex and love (flowers), and to modesty (leaves)! They
relate to feminine energy and the Triple Goddess.
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Violets-White to purple, also yellow. They bring good luck, healing, love, peace,
protection, and wishes. They represent Water and feminine energy.
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Witch Hazel-Yellow or red. Threadlike flowers appear on bare branches
in earliest spring. Associated with witches, with a strong magickal
connotation.
*Flower information was found in the Llewellyn's 2016 Sabbats Almanac.
I do hope that this small list will help you in making your flower baskets,
or whatever other Ostara or Spring craft you are planning this year.
Blessed Be! )O(
~Luminessa
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