Reed is one of the plants associated with the final weeks of October in the modern Celtic Tree Calendar. Known by the Ogham name Ngetal, Reed is commonly connected with protection, healing, communication, boundaries, and resilience. Its association with late October makes Reed an interesting plant to explore as Samhain approaches. This is the point
As autumn settles in and the last harvests are gathered, the Wheel of the Year turns toward Samhain beginning October 31st 2026. Samhain 2026 is traditionally observed from the evening of October 31 into November 1, 2026. The days are getting shorter, the evenings have a little more bite to them, and the natural world
As the warmth of summer fades and the crisp beauty of autumn begins to arrive, we enter the season of Mabon, a celebration of gratitude, balance, and the abundance of the harvest. Often associated with the Autumn Equinox, Mabon is a meaningful time to pause, reflect on the blessings we have gathered, and honour the […]
September 30 – October 27 There is something fitting about Ivy taking its place in the Celtic Tree Calendar as autumn settles in. While other plants begin to lose their leaves and retreat for winter, Ivy continues to wind its way along walls and trees, often staying green well into the colder months. It doesn’t
The Morrigan (also spelled Mórrígan or Morrígan) is one of the most fascinating figures in Irish mythology. Her name is roughly pronounced MORE-ree-gun, although pronunciation changed over the history of the Irish language. She is often described as a goddess of war, but that description only tells part of the story.
The Celtic Tree Month of Vine begins September 2 and lasts through September 29, ushering in a season of harvest, reflection, creativity, and transformation. Known as Muin, the Vine is associated with the Ogham letter M and occupies a fascinating place in the modern Celtic Tree Calendar. Its twisting growth and abundant fruit make it
If you’ve spent any time exploring witchcraft, paganism, spirituality, or modern magical practices, you’ve probably come across the terms smoke cleansing and smudging. They’re often used interchangeably online, but they don’t mean exactly the same thing. At first glance, both may involve burning herbs, allowing fragrant smoke to fill a space, and using that smoke
The ancient Celtic Tree Calendar connects each month of the year with a sacred tree believed to embody unique spiritual qualities and seasonal energies. As summer begins its gentle transition toward autumn, the Hazel Tree (Coll) encourages us to seek wisdom, trust our intuition, and gather the knowledge we’ve gained throughout the growing season. Known
The Celtic Tree Calendar is a modern spiritual calendar that assigns thirteen sacred trees to different periods of the year. Popular among contemporary Druids, Pagans, witches, and nature-based spiritual practitioners, the calendar follows thirteen lunar months, with each month represented by a tree believed to embody unique lessons, energies, and symbolism. For many people, the
