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Flower Magic, by Anastasia Mostacci

Flower Magic: The Secret Language of Flowers, by Anastasia Mostacci with illustrations by Giada Ungredda
Red Wheel, 1590035739, 160 pages, May 2025

Have you ever felt inspired by the beauty, scent, or spirit of a flower? Flower Magic: The Secret Language of Flowers by Anastasia Mostacci is an enchanting exploration into the world of floral symbolism and the special energies these delicate delights offer. As Mostacci teaches, connecting with flowers invites us to slow down, open our senses, and commune with the quiet wisdom of nature’s most graceful teachers.

“The flower moves through life lightly, fleeting yet total; it is never halfway in its being or in its giving. It is magical; it is nature in its highest expression, and for this reason it is often considered a ferryman toward invisible realms, ancient as myth, fairylike and dreamy, spontaneous as childhood, secret and sacred as the soul.”1

Covering a variety of 60 flowers, Mostacci delves into the rich history and cultural significance of flowers across various civilizations. She skillfully weaves together folklore, mythology, and contemporary interpretations, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of how flowers have communicated messages throughout history and the potent magic it holds.

The book is organized into several sections, which Mostacci has aptly titled gardens. This categorization is interesting and really helps readers to see how certain flowers contain similar energies, which is extremely useful for those looking to make a bouquet or designing their own garden for a specific purpose. For each garden, Mostacci covers ten flowers whose attributes highlight the essence of the garden followed by tips for arranging them together for certain purposes at the end of the section. All the gardens are color-coded, making it easy to distinguish one from the next.

For instance, “The Garden of the Psychic”, which are “flowers that influence the psyche and dreams, facilitating shamanic journeys and connections with the spirit worlds”2, contains poppy, wisteria, and honeysuckle. Meanwhile, “Garden of the Inner Child”, filled with “flowers for new beginnings, offering freshness, blessings, and a connection to the inner child”3 covers viola, lily of the valley, and calendula.

While each flower entry is only one page long, it is packed with interesting information and paired with a beautiful illustration of the flower created by illustrator Giada Ungredda. The vibrant images that bring the text to life, offering a depiction of the flower for those who might not be familiar with it. The visuals complement the writing makes this book an especially pleasurable book for those who enjoy an aesthetic reading experience; they create such a gentle, calming experience while pursuing this book.

As for the text about the flowers, Mostacci includes the scientific name of the flower, description of when the flower blooms or where it is mostly found, associations of the flower, historical or mythological tales, and magical uses. The entries are definitely not prescriptive though; all of them are customized and fascinating, conveying the uniqueness and beauty of each one.

The aspect I enjoy most is how Mostacci offers so much practical advice on using flowers in everyday life, from creating meaningful bouquets to incorporating floral symbolism into personal rituals. Some of the tidbits that have been useful in my life so far are azaleas bringing a sense of tender, maternal warmth that “beckons us inward, hiding us on a journey to learn how to know and love ourselves.”4 Angelica “defends and protects us just like an angel would, alleviating all evil, keeping it away from us.”5

After reading the section on Verbena, I felt a strong connection to work with it more in-depth. Mostacci describes how it has been used by the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans as offerings in ceremonies to “ask for grace and fortune.”6 She offers a divination method of “writing words on verbena leaves and then, having reached a windy place, letting some be carried away to derive a message from those that remain.”7 I definitely plan on trying this soon!

For those just learning about flower magic, the photographic summary at the end was immensely useful for identifying the flowers. I’ve been able to more quickly spot them when out in nature, especially at my local arboretum, or at the farmer’s market when I’m shopping for fresh flowers. I also love the bouquet summaries at the end that depict how to weave together certain flowers for desired results. Here’s an example of a bouquet suggestion from “The Garden of the Wind”:

“A bouquet of milk thistle, lavender, and verbena will bring great purification, the necessary precursors for allowing new inspirations to pass through us.”8

Overall, Flower Magic is a delightful read for anyone intrigued by symbolism and lore of these natural beauties. Mostacci’s writing and design of the book make it easy to absorb the information on these flowers, especially in the grouping of them by gardens for further illumination about the properties of each one. The hardcover along with gorgeous illustrations by Ungredda make this the perfect book for a nightstand or coffee table; this is one you’d definitely want on display!

Whether you’re interested in natural magic or simply looking to expand your knowledge of the natural world, this book promises to deepen your appreciation for the subtle yet powerful language of flowers. It’s been such a pleasure reading it during the peak blossoms of spring! I know this is a book I’ll refer back to again and again for insight, especially when deciding which flowers to add to my magical practice for offerings or manifestation.

Spirit in Flowers Oracle Deck, by Gillian Kemp and Carolina Zambrano

Spirits in Flowers Oracle Deck, by Gillian Kemp and illustrated by Carolina Zambrano
CICO Books, 9781800653788, 128 pages, 52 cards, February 2025

In Spirits in Flowers Oracle Deck, Gillian Kemp has assembled ancient wisdom and myth surrounding 52 flowers from Mother Nature. From the beautiful floral illustrations to the information on color meanings, Kemp creates a deck of guidance and hope.

Gillian Kemp is an author of more than ten books, six other oracle decks, and a Love Spell Box for enhancing your love life.  She is a clairvoyant who utilizes astrology, tarot, and playing cards, as well as palmistry and tea leaves to predict the future for her clients. She is also a medium, who receives messages from those on the other side. You can learn more about Kemp on her website.

Carolina Zambrano is a graphic designer and artist. She also works as a Jungian art therapist. She loves to create art that is part of a symbolic, magical, and alchemical world. She has won awards in many Latin American countries, as well as Europe. She is originally from Colombia and now lives in Argentina. For more information about Zambrano, you can view her website.

Once again, Kemp has created a magical set of cards, complete within the two-part box set that protects the cards and showcases the beautiful artwork. Kemp dedicates the first twenty-three pages of the guidebook to her introduction, a note about flowers and time, and how to use flowers for divination. She also discusses various spreads and a way to use the cards for “Yes” or “No” questions. Sprinkled throughout the book are photos of the cards in brilliant four-color.

There’s also a list of scented and unscented flowers, as well as a spread for learning more about what the year following your birthday holds in store. Additionally, there is a future spread that makes use of seven cards.

Kemp dedicates two pages to each flower and shares additional information on the meaning of the various colors one might find for each flower. If a specific flower is recognized for an anniversary or other celebration, Kemp mentions this. Flowers for each month are also noted, as well as any superstition or custom. For example, growing Lily-of-the-valley can be used “to ward off evil from the home.”7

In addition to the numbered list of flowers in the opening pages, Kemp has provided an index. This alphabetical listing of each flower not only includes the two pages for each bloom, but also any mentions on other pages that might be relevant for the reader.

To test drive the deck, I took it to my Friday Coffee & Cards group. One friend drew the Amaryllis card. She shared the following:

“The deck is so sweet, and I particularly like the way she accents the flowers with insects. This adds another layer to the guidance.”

Another friend drew the Hyacinth card, which spoke of “fresh starts and positive changes.”9 My friend related that she was ready for a new beginning after recently retiring from her corporate position.

Next, I posted an invitation on Facebook for my friends to select one of three cards. Later that day, I shared the flower that had been drawn and a brief message from the guidebook.

One card was Rose, which speaks of romance and secrets, as well as the idea that someone from your past might reenter your life. A friend sent me this message regarding the guidance:

“Wow! Someone I’ve known since childhood resurfaced. Let’s just say it’s complicated. I’ve asked myself, ‘What did I intend this for?’. And the answer is being tender, understanding, compassionate and present with myself regardless, so that I am able to be that in the world.”

The second card I drew for this reading was Peony and one friend wrote to me to say that her Spirit Guide is named Peony. She took this message to confirm something for which she asked for support earlier that day.

Another friend also selected Peony, and she shared that the message rang true for her. “I love and care with every fiber of my body.  I also feel that this is my year of great change,” she said.

The last card I shared was Forget-Me-Not and another friend sent me a message that this card and its uplifting message confirmed a trip to the beach that she was about to plan. She hadn’t told a soul and felt that this message was her confirmation to go for it!

Overall, Kemp and Zambrano have created a set of gorgeous cards, complete with a treasure trove of the history, myth, and language of flowers. Spirit in Flowers Oracle Deck would be great for anyone looking for a beautiful, easy to use divination tool. The guidebook is written in a conversational style that is easy to read and understand. I plan to add this one to the decks that I use at the end of client readings; I feel that the wisdom in this deck is the perfect way to close a reading.

The Flowerwise Oracle, by Leigh Podgorski

The Flowerwise Oracle, by Leigh Podgorski and illustrated by Kait Matthews
RedFeather, 9780764367694, 208 pages, 44 cards, April 2024

In her first oracle deck, Leigh Podgorski has combined a lush garden of beautiful flowers, diverse feminine forms, and guidance from Mother Earth to create The Flowerwise Oracle.

Previously, Podgorski has written plays, screenplays, and novels.  Her play We are Still Here premiered in 2000 and went on to run in various theaters throughout California. Western Song, her latest novel, is being made into a movie.

Illustrator Kait Matthewswas an original member of the cast of Podgorski’s play We are Still Here.  After running an art gallery in San Diego, she now works as an artist and illustrator. She previously illustrated Clarity Tarot.  Matthews also creates murals and other artwork for businesses.

I was drawn to the beautiful flowers and tagline of this deck: “Empowerment through the ancient wisdom of the feminine spirit.”10 From the first time I opened the warm mahogany-colored box, I was captivated by the flowers, the penetrating feminine faces, and the rich, jewel-toned colors. Each face is different with many different cultures and ethnicities included. The background is the perfect color to highlight the face, and each flower is featured in a unique way.

“All the flowers of the tomorrows are in the seeds of today.
-Indian proverb”11

Podgorski is very generous with the information she shares in the guidebook, beginning with a preface that shares a history of flowers in general, a short section on how to use the deck, and a list of each of the flowers in the deck with a keyword. The guidance spans four pages or more per flower and includes the Latin name, key words, history, habitat, and myths. Finally, there is a small section for guidance, which she labels “The Flower Speaks.”

I loved that the guidebook is arranged alphabetically, and each entry also shows a small image of the flower in full color.

Each card also features either a raindrop or a sun. This enables the card to be used for a quick answer by the reader, as the sun represents “Yes” and the raindrop is “No”.

To test drive the deck, I took it to my Friday Coffee & Cards group and each woman selected a card. One friend drew the Acacia card, which features a beautiful blonde woman wearing a spray of bright yellow acacia flowers in her hair. The tagline is “practice courage; perseverance pays.”12 The guidance in the book further spoke to renewed friendships, long-lost love or an adventure that beckons. My friend shared that she has recently reconnected with an old friend who wants her to travel to Hawaii with her.  She took this card and its message as confirmation that she had the courage to book the trip and enjoy her adventure!

Another friend drew the Calla Lily card, which shares: “Focus on the possible; let go of the doubt; imagine the best.”13  My friend was particularly interested in the history of the calla lily, which can be traced to South Africa.  She also learned that the flower is toxic to both people and animals, so it is no longer used as medicine.  But the guidance touched her deeply: 

“There is death among us. Sadness and despair. But fear not. For among us, too, there is magnificent beauty, boundless joy and eternal hope. . . When you feel hopeless, sit by the waters. In silence, reflect. Restore. Find your sacred balance anew.”14

She then shared that she was struggling with a recent loss, and this helped her to balance and center herself. She took a photo of the card to meditate on later. 

I also showed the cards to my ten-year old granddaughter, who is quite an artist herself.  We sat and flipped through the deck; the beautiful images of women and flowers kept her attention as we scanned all 44 cards. Her favorite was Elodea, with a beautiful blonde woman whose hair floats up, almost like a mermaid. Elodea is an aquatic plant, and my granddaughter has always loved the water!

These cards are a nice size at 3.75” by 5.5”. They are printed on nice cardstock with a matte finish.  The back of the cards features an assortment of different flowers, from rich reds to stark whites and deep blues. The deck comes in a beautiful, sturdy box that holds both the cards and the guidebook and features a magnetic flap.

Podgorski includes a thirteen-page list of various sources for the guidebook.  It is arranged alphabetically and includes fantastic resources for those who might want more information about flowers and their origins and uses. It’s worth noting, she focused on her work with a Cahuilla elder and an anthropologist for this deck.

These cards would be great for any level of oracle (or tarot) card reader. Young girls and teens will also resonate with the feminine characters and the messages of hope and inspiration. The Flower Speaks section can be used for a brief message, as well as the sun and raindrop symbols for a quick Yes or No. I plan to keep this deck on hand to utilize at the close of my client readings.  I’ll close with this quote from Luther Burbank, which Podgorski shares:

“Flowers always make people better, happier and more helpful. They are sunshine, food and medicine to the mind.  
-Luther Burbank”15

A Floral Grimoire, by Patricia Telesco

A Floral Grimoire: Plant Charms, Spells, Recipes and Rituals, by Patricia Telesco
Crossed Crow Books, 9781959883739, 187 pages, March 2024

When I saw A Floral Grimoire: Plant Charms, Spells, Recipes, and Rituals, I was drawn to learning about the ways to use flowers and herbs in my daily, magical life.  In this book Patricia, “Trish”, Telesco weaves a beautiful chronicle of history, lore, practical steps, and magical vibes. I learned about flowers, as well as how to use the rest of the plant for potions, crafts, and much more.

Calling herself a “kitchen witch,” Telesco studied Wicca on her own and then became initiated by the Stega tradition of Italy.  As the author of over 30 books, she also coordinates spiritually oriented tours of Europe. She shares her knowledge of herbs, metaphysics, dreams, divination, folklore and magic in workshops and lectures around the US. She lives in western upstate New York with her husband and children.  You can learn more about Telesco on her website.

Telesco begins with a history of the use of flowers, mentioning the Victorians and their creation of a “petaled vocabulary”1 for secret messages. Then she goes on to share how merchants during the Crusades “often mingled magical lore and wives’ tales into their selling techniques.”15 She provides two examples that we still see today in our modern world:  sprinkling rose petals for love and using garlic to keep away “wandering spirits.”16 From here, she invites the reader to become involved in “Green Witchery” and travel with her through this practical guidebook for discovering more about nature and magic.

The book is an easy read, almost as if you are sitting with Telesco for a cup of tea and about to make a craft with flowers and herbs.  She shares more history and folklore from botany, herbology, and the magical arts, as she includes her knowledge and wisdom from more than 30 years of experience as a Green Witch too.

Telesco’s stories of the various uses for flowers, plants, and other natural elements includes the Greek myth of Hekate teaching her daughters all about herbs. The tradition says that these daughters taught other witches how to utilize this magic. She goes on to say that “this myth, which is one of many linking Witches and nature together, gives us a peek into the minds of our ancestors.”17

My favorite chapter was ”Chapter 6:  Petaled Psychism: Floromancy and Botanomancy”.  In other words, how to use flowers, herbs, stone, or wood for divination. In this chapter, she includes how to observe the plants and flowers that grow around us, as well as casting herbs or flowers on water or cloth to receive a message. She also shares how to make a flower or herb pendulum and an oracle to keep for use over time.  I want to try my hand at making a pressed flower oracle later this spring!

In this chapter, she also includes spreads for use with your oracle cards, as well as guidelines for doing readings. In fact, all throughout the book Telesco includes guidelines to help the novice better utilize the knowledge and rituals she shares. 

And what book on flowers and herbs for magic would be complete without information on edible flowers? Telesco includes recipes for all kinds of teas, beverages, oils, vinegars, and sauces, as well as a recipe for Mystic Mushrooms18 and Peace Porridge19.

An interesting list that the author includes in the book is a “List of Anti-Magic and Anti-Witch Herbs.”20 This list contains things from nature that can protect the witch in adverse circumstances. Later, she adds a list of herbs, flowers and plants that can honor and support witches and their magic.

Some other lists and information I found helpful:

“Ways to use a leaf you find on your walk”21

“How to get in touch with a plant spirit”22

“How to use the Moon by Zodiac sign”23

“Tools of the Trade”24

“Ingredients for Spells & Charms”25

That last list, in a chapter titled “Spicy Spells & Charms”, includes how to use anything from alfalfa to violets for “pleasing and powerful results.”26 And I must point out that these are just a few of the lists that are sprinkled throughout the book!

Another key bit of knowledge Telesco includes is called the Doctrine of Signatures and Law of Similars. If you do not have a particular flower or plant for a spell or ritual, “you can substitute an item of a similar shape, texture or color and still maintain magical congruency.”27 For example, a pale blue flower could be substituted for lavender.

This book has a wonderful Table of Contents that shares chapter titles and brief subheadings for the contents of each chapter.  This makes it very easy to find passages or information later. Telesco also includes an eleven-page index, which makes retrieving information even easier! She also shares an extensive bibliography for future research.

A Floral Grimoire is great for a new witch or seasoned pro.  It holds valuable information for anyone wanting to harness the power of nature in their daily life. I will refer often to the information for spells and charms, as well as the ingredients list and correspondence list.  With the various lists and the index, I have a valuable reference for utilizing flowers and herbs in practical and magical ways.  I can see myself adding this book to the resource list I provide clients who come to me for readings for their daily lives.

Flower Essences from the Witch’s Garden, by Nicholas Pearson

Flower Essences from the Witch’s Garden: Plant Spirits in Magickal Herbalism, by Nicholas Pearson
Destiny Books, 1644113007, 512 pages, April 2022

While doing a chakra meditation, I discovered that my heart chakra was calling for me to deepen my relationship with flowers, which surprised me. I appreciate the beauty of flowers, but aside from my herbalist astrology teacher’s reference to the properties of different flowers, I hadn’t really ever delved into flowers or their potent magical essence before. Luckily, Flower Essences from the Witch’s Garden: Plant Spirits in Magickal Herbalism by Nicholas Pearson had just been released, and I decided this book might be a good starting point.

This book is packed full of valuable information! I feel like I received my beginner’s introduction that steadily progressed to expert-level advice as I continued reading. Pearson makes flower essences approachable for all, while simultaneously sharing patiently accumulated wisdom and knowledge that will benefit all who work with flower essences.

Pearson begins by sharing his journey to working with flower essences and then dives into a very thorough explanation of what exactly is a flower essence. Right off the bat, this description of what flower essences are and are not was very helpful in clearly understanding how the essence, or vibration, of the flowers can be used for one’s magical practice. Plus, the chapter “The History of Flower Essences” provided great insight into how the use of flower essences has evolved over time, situating the information being shared within a larger historical context.

“Flower essences are indeed magickal, because magick is medicine for the soul. Essences are infused with the life force, healing virtues, and consciousness of the plant kingdom. They offer safe, economical, and environmentally friendly ways to connect with plant spirits and add their blessings and powers to your magickal practice.”16

Another way that Pearson lays a good foundation for the use of flower essence is teaching about spirits of nature, including devas, plant spirits, and green familiars. He notes the similarities between a green witch that works with plant intelligence and the practice of using flower essences, both of which draw upon the spiritual force of the “guardian consciousness of the plant itself”17

Exploring the realms of “green intelligence” makes it so readers of the both have access to greater range of understanding the consciousness of plants. And included exercises, such as Plant Spirit Attunement and Seed-to-Flower Meditation, further help the reader to connect with the spirit essence of plants before getting started with flower essences. My favorite exercise was Journey to Hecate’s Garden, where one is guided to explore the plants of poison and power there.

It’s not until nearly 100 pages in that Pearson gets into the making of flower essences, and let me say, he does not skip one step! It’s like every question I could have asked about the process was being answered as I read on. He covers materials needed to get started, making the essences, bottling the essences, dosages, and so much more!

And with the practical “how-to” clearly laid out, Pearson turns to the subtle art of creating flower essences. He writes about the significance of the number of petals of a flower, planetary correspondences, elemental signatures of flowers, and the meaning of different colors. This information is the foundation for someone to really start getting creative with their flower essences, fine-tuning them to their specific intention. And for those who are unsure, he offers methods such as dowsing, kinesthetic intelligence, and communing with plant spirits to discover what one needs.

It is at this point that Pearson moves into writing about flower essences in one’s magical practice. Topics include anointing candles with flower essences, flower essence charms and amulets, incense, bottle magic, and even potions, which he provides ample formulas for things such as making flying blends, love, and even countermagic. I personally really liked the sabbat formulas shared to create essences that bolster and balance the energy of each one.

Pearson even goes into spagyrics in the chapter “Plant Spirit Alchemy”, at which point you know you’ve really advanced in your flower essence education!  He shares how to make an alchemical plant tincture, as well as flower essence spagyrics. This part was very interesting because I love alchemy, but for the time being a little too beyond my skill set. It does motivate me to practice creating and working with flower essences enough to get to that level though, plus it’s very valuable alchemical knowledge for those who also share an interest in the topic.

The final chapter, “Dictionary of One Hundred Flower Essences”, spans over 200 pages and is so handy to have at one’s fingertips! For each one, Pearson provides elemental, planetary, and zodiac signature, corresponding chakra, magical use, and therapeutic indications, along with multiple paragraphs of additional information to provide readers with a full understanding of the flower. I’ve both read through the chapter, just to learn more about each essence, and turned to it when trying to decide what type of essence to create; in all cases, the dictionary has been immensely helpful. For example, in regard to Hawthorn, Pearson writes:

“Hawthorn lore teeters between light and dark. The more pleasant tales of hawthorn depict it as a tree of healing, love, and connection to other worlds. Hawthorn fruit and flowers were sometimes used in divination, especially to dream of your future while, while their thorns have been used to defend again malice and harm, to break curses, and to cast out spirits and other malevolent beings.”28

I also really appreciated a list of flower essences suppliers, including their websites, in the Appendix. Just in case I’m not up for making my own, it’s good to know where I can purchase high quality flower essences.

All in all, Flower Essences from the Witch’s Garden has been a very insightful read. I’m deeply impressed with how Pearson laid out the book so perfectly, thoroughly educating the reader from the ground up, to give a full-spectrum education into flower essences. The level of detail is astounding, from the history and lore included to the charts and tables that help one to visually understand different properties of the flowers–everything you need to know is covered. This book is a one-stop-shop for those hoping to delve more into flower essences.

I highly recommend it for beginners and experts alike, as so much is covered within these pages that it’s well worth having nearby for reference. I feel like a whole new layer of magical working has opened for me after reading this book. I plan on making my own flower essence and then using it for candle magic. I’m excited to see how the results unfold!

The Language of Flowers Oracle, by Cheralyn Darcey

The Language of Flowers Oracle, by Cheralyn Darcey
Rockpool Publishing, 1925924408, 44 cards, 144 pages, April 2021

Spring is in full swing where I am, and it’s been a pleasure enjoying both the scents and scenery of the blooming flowers. It feels like the perfect time to be getting acquainted with The Language of Flowers Oracle by Cheralyn Darcey, as gardening has been on my mind now that outdoor weather has returned. This colorful deck has been brightening my oracle readings, while also giving me personal insights, along with tips and techniques for tending to my plants.

When I first opened the deck, I was immediately delighted by the cards’ colorful design. The blending of pink, dark blue, and white flowers remind me of a Hawaiian shirt, calling to mind memories of sunshine. Turning the cards over to look at them before shuffling, there were all sorts of color palettes popping out to catch my eye. It’s as though an impressionist painted to capture the essence of each flower through variation and contrasted hues.

The cards are all numbered, which makes it easy to find their meaning in the guidebook. There is also a keyword and the name of the flower at the bottom of the card. Then there is the image of the flower in the sacred place where it naturally blossoms.

For instance, the sacred blue lily’s card has the imagery of the Nile River and pyramids in the background because that is its habitat. I really enjoyed this connection between flower and place, as it helped to contextualize the ecosystem each flower thrives in, adding to my understanding of its healing and divinatory message.

The guidebook is short and sweet. Darcey suggests journaling about the cards, meditating with them, and using them alongside healing modalities, such as homeopathic medicine and flower essences. She also hopes the deck will inspire the reader to connect with nature and learn more about the botanical world.

For each card, the guidebook has the flower’s scientific name, card’s oracle meaning and challenge, botanical profile, gardening tips, and information on the flower’s sacred place. I’ve found the section of meaning and challenge in the guidebook to be very insightful. So far, I’ve found all the readings I’ve done with this deck to be spot on.

It’s also interesting to read the botanical profile, which talks about the color and size of the flower, along with its native region. While I am not much of a gardener myself, I feel the gardening tips would be immensely useful for those who hope to cultivate these flowers, many of which will be growing outside of their native landscape. Darcey, very helpfully, includes a gardening skill level for each flower too. If I do decide to cultivate my green thumb, I’d know which flowers are easiest to get started with growing.

I also just love the description of the flower’s sacred place because it takes me to another place and opens me to new cultures. To give an example, this is part of the description for card twenty-four, Inspiration: Siberian Iris, whose sacred place is Lake Baikal in Russia:

“The lake has been considered sacred throughout history, with many names pertaining to this belief such as Sacred Lake, Sacred Sea, and Spiritual Waters. It is believed by the many Shaman-practicing people of the area that the earth spirits are the strongest here because, despite all odds, the waters are still the purest and the lake has survived for so long.”29

How cool is that? And it’s certainly not a place that I would have known about otherwise. By providing this connection, Darcey helps to bridge the spiritual and material world through the beauty and healing properties of the flowers and their impact in local culture via the honoring of sacred lands.

The entire deck inspires me to go explore outdoors, get to know the flowers in my area, and appreciate the beauty they bring to the world. Maybe it’s because it’s spring and I’m in a sensual, joyful maiden energy, but working with this deck has awakened my desire to smell the scents of the flowers and indulge in purchasing bouquets from the farmer’s market. I want to touch, feel, see, and even taste the flowers! Yes, I’ve been Googling some recipes.

I really have appreciated the deepening of my relationship to flowers through The Language of Flowers Oracle. It has been a wonderful resource to learning more about the natural world, and also a very accurate oracle that’s provided immensely insightful guidance. It truly venerates the exquisite world of flowers.

For those who enjoy the beauty of the natural world and are looking to bring a bit more of it into their oracle readings, this is a wonderful deck. I also recommend it to gardeners and botanical enthusiasts that are looking to explore the oracle realm. This deck is a perfect blend of science and spirituality that will expand one’s knowledge of the world, while also teaching how to cultivate flowers that branch the distance right within your home.