An indoor witch garden is a unique and mystical way to bring nature into your home. This type of garden involves cultivating plants and herbs that are traditionally associated with witchcraft and magic. It allows individuals who practice witchcraft or are interested in the occult to connect with nature and harness its spiritual energy within an indoor setting. Creating an indoor witch garden requires careful planning and consideration. First, you must select the right plants to include in your garden. Some popular choices include lavender, basil, rosemary, sage, and chamomile.
“Exactly,” she said. “The house is right across from an elementary school is it not?”
As time moved on, many of the plants once thought magical or occult became a part of everyday living, and found their way into cottage gardens, where people grew many of the staples needed for life. A moon garden, full of night blooming plants is not only beautiful to look at, but many of specimens put off intoxicating fragrances as the sun sets and night closes in.
Some popular choices include lavender, basil, rosemary, sage, and chamomile. These plants have historically been used in various witchcraft rituals and spells due to their associations with healing, protection, purification, and divination. Once you have chosen the plants for your indoor witch garden, you must ensure they are properly cared for.
10 Magickal Plants to Grow Indoors
Last week I wrote a post about the garden I have in my apartment patio and you guys loved it! I’ll be honest, I was a little surprised by how many views and comments that post already has. So I’ve decided to expand the post into a series focused on feeling magickal in a small living space.
As a companion to my patio garden, I thought I’d start off with a little indoor gardening since I know a lot of you who live in apartments and cities don’t necessarily have more than a windowsill to hold your gardens. First, I’m going to give you a tour of my indoor plants and then we’ll discuss magickal houseplants you can grow too!
Indoor Garden Tour
Now, I don’t have as many indoor plants as I would like because my apartment gets very little direct sunlight. It’s nice and bright but with almost entirely East facing windows in the whole house (with the exception of one North facing), there’s not a lot of light getting into the nooks and crannies.
However, I do like to have some greenery around so I have this little trooper on the kitchen table:
I bought the spider plant to sit on the end of a tall cabinet but it very nearly shriveled up and died from the lack of sunlight. Once we finally moved it to the window, voila! It almost immediately sprouted babies.
The only plant in the house that doesn’t seem to mind the lack of direct sunlight is the succulent we have over the kitchen sink. I had a few tiny succulents and decided it was a great idea to plant one of them in a votive candle holder I had hung on the wall. I really didn’t expect it to survive, frankly, but I thought it would look nice for a while. Much to my surprise, despite no water drainage and no sunlight, the plant has grown about six inches in the past three months and since has sprouted a second branch. A bit of magick perhaps?
I’ll be honest, there is also an ivy plant in our kitchen but I’m not sharing a picture of it because, well because as of yesterday, it’s officially been declared beyond saving. Not sure what killed it because it was doing fine, we changed nothing, and then it slowly started dying with no hope for revival. What can I say? My green thumb only reaches so far.
The key to indoor gardening is really just trial and error – seeing what plants work in your space and how you and your space feel about certain plants.
It also helps to, you know, water them once in a while.
Upstairs in my bedroom, I have a terrarium of succulents which you’ve seen before because it also functions as the Earth element on my altar:
Last but not least, I have a small green houseplant next to my bed which honestly, I think is so important. Even though I felt like I had decorated my room, I had lived there for almost five months before I finally got any plants in my bedroom and as soon as I did, I had this totally unexpected sense of completion. All of a sudden, my space felt whole, as if the room had been missing that element of life.
Plus, I fell in love with this planter at Target and had to find something to thrive in it!
I also can’t overemphasize the power of cut flowers. Although it may not seem as magickal to go to your local flower shop and purchase a bouquet as it would to, a) grow them yourself or b) gather them in a softly sunlit field, having flowers in the house is proven to uplift spirits. Even if it’s just a single stem in a bud vase, flowers will make a huge difference in your mood and your magick.
So without further rambling, what plants can you grow in your apartment or small space?
Mandrake would be the perfect topping, but alas, my one attempt at that disappeared one evening, a tragedy indeed. This year I found a live plant and ordered it. Then the virus struck the world and the vendor disappeared.
This involves providing adequate sunlight, water, and appropriate soil conditions. You may also consider incorporating different magical elements into your garden, such as crystals, candles, or small statues. The indoor witch garden serves as not only a decorative centerpiece but also a sacred space for rituals and spells. Many witches use this garden as a place to meditate, cast spells, and connect with the spiritual realm. It provides a serene and peaceful environment that allows individuals to focus their energy and intent. In addition to its spiritual significance, an indoor witch garden can also have practical uses. Many of the plants traditionally associated with witchcraft have medicinal properties and can be used to create herbal remedies. For example, lavender can be used to aid in relaxation and promote sleep, while chamomile can soothe an upset stomach. Overall, an indoor witch garden is a unique and magical addition to any home. Whether you are an experienced witch or simply curious about the occult, cultivating such a garden can be a fulfilling and spiritually enriching experience. It allows you to harness the energy of nature and incorporate it into your daily life, providing a connection to the spiritual world within the comforts of your own home..
Reviews for "The Elemental Garden: Creating Balance in Your Indoor Witch Garden"
1. Sarah - 2/5 stars - I was really excited to try the Indoor witch garden, but unfortunately, I was quite disappointed. The plants that came in the kit were already looking wilted and unhealthy when they arrived. Despite following all the instructions carefully, the plants did not thrive and eventually died within a few weeks. The soil provided also seemed low quality and did not retain moisture well. Overall, I expected a better experience considering the price of the kit.
2. Jason - 1/5 stars - The Indoor witch garden was a complete waste of money for me. The plants did not come with any identification, so I had no idea what I was actually growing. Additionally, the seeds provided were of poor quality, and most of them did not germinate. The instructions were also vague and lacked proper guidance, making it difficult for a beginner like me to maintain the garden. I ended up with a bunch of dying plants that I couldn't even identify. I would not recommend this product to anyone.
3. Emily - 2/5 stars - I have to say, the concept of an indoor witch garden intrigued me, but the execution fell short. The plants that came in the kit were very small and looked rather weak. Despite my best efforts to provide proper care and fulfill the plant's requirements, they did not grow as expected. The packaging claims that the plants are easy to grow, but I found them quite finicky and difficult to maintain. Overall, it was a disappointing experience, and I wouldn't recommend this to anyone looking for a successful indoor gardening venture.
4. Mark - 2/5 stars - I had high hopes for the Indoor witch garden, but unfortunately, it did not live up to my expectations. The plants in the kit were very small and seemed to be unhealthy. I followed the instructions carefully, but the plants failed to thrive and eventually died. The quality of the soil provided was also questionable, as it did not seem to be suitable for indoor gardening. Overall, I believe there are better alternatives available for indoor gardening, and I would not recommend this product.