Hedgerow Goodies!

 

YARROW

It has some great folk names; Milfoil, Old Mans Pepper, Blood wart and Staunchweed to name but a few…

 

YARROW – MEDICINAL

Used medicinally for years as a cold and flu remedy, It has also been used as antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent and for stopping blood loss when used externally(hence the name staunchweed !)

 

YARROW – MAGICAL

Magically, when worn, yarrow protects the wearer. It can be used for love, courage and psychic power spells. It can attract friends and distant relatives as it draws the attention.

 

YARROW – OLD FOLKLORE

Old folklore says it is a herb dedicated to the evil one, It was known as devils nettles, devils plaything and bad man’s plaything. It was used for divination and courage spells.

 

YARROW – COOKING

In cooking, Yarrow leaves can be used when young in salads but the best use of it is to dry it. My favourite is to place some dried flowers and leaves in a pepper mill and use as a seasoning..it has a flavour similar to sage!

Have a hunt around and see if you have some Yarrow near you to spice up your cooking and your spells!

 

YARROW – TEA:

Want to increase your psychic powers? Try making a cup of Yarrow tea! Place a heaped teaspoon of dried yarrow into a pot, pour over a cup of boiling water and leave to infuse for a couple of minutes, strain and add honey to sweeten if desired. Yarrow tea is also lovely with a slice of lemon. When you are ready, focus your intent into the cup and spell;

 

By power of herb, I ask of thee

Open my sight so I may see

Yarrow, your powers I now command

Send signs and symbols to understand!

 

Sip slowly and imagine the powers of the yarrow flowing through you and collecting in the middle of your forehead (your third eye). Yarrow tea is also great as a hair tonic, simply rinse your hair with the infusion, meant to delay baldness and restore colour!

 

Yarrow – Top Ten Tips

Place dried Yarrow in a pepper mill and use as a seasoning for Chicken and Pork, why not try a sprinkling over a chicken before roasting, or over sweet potato wedges!

Add a teaspoon of fresh Yarrow leaves to a cup of boiling water for a magical tea, drink to increase psychic powers and powers of perception.

Make a sachet of fresh or dried yarrow to carry with you, or to give to a friend to reduce anxiety…especially good for job interviews.

Throw some fresh Yarrow flowers over the threshold of your home to protect it from negativity and evil.

Add a handful of Yarrow flowers and leaves to your bath for protection.

Combine Yarrow and rose for a potent love spell.

Tie to a baby’s cot or crib to ward off harmful forces and to protect.

Burn as a simple incense to foretell omens…Smoke rising up foretells a good outcome, smoke going down foretells a bad omen.

Use dried stems of Yarrow in floral arrangements. Placed by the door they will aid the protection of the home.

Add some fresh leaves to soups and stews…Or try making a fresh stuffing with some breadcrumbs, softened onion and an egg yolk. Great when placed inside a scooped out courgette or in a large field mushrooms…Top with a little cheese and bake for around 25 minutes, yummy! bb mandyxxx