Trees4

Apple
     Avalon is said to be the isle of the Apple trees and unicorns apparently live beneath
      them. This tree provides a sacred food of the Gods andGoddesses for the likes of you
      and I. The blossoms are used for perfume and apples in the making of cider.   A love
      spell (not recommended without the full consent of both partners) is created by
      sharing an apple with your lover. Blossoms were thrown at newly weds for blessing
      and protection. The Goddess Brighid muses with poets underneath the Apple tree's
      branches.   As they associate with her triple aspect and choice. Commoners were
      once granted land by allocation of the Apple tree's fruit.

Vine
      Sacred to the deities, grapes are used in the making of wine, allowing those who
      participate to speak with truth (as they see it) and to release their inhibitions. Also
      used to stimulate prophecy in the seers by permitting them to reach deep within their
      inner self with intuition acting as a guide. When used in moderation the Vine helped
      to speed inner development for those who retained some responsibility for their
      actions.

Ivy
      Carried by women for good luck and used to aid fertility. The Ivy when used correctly
      heals headaches, muscle cramps and assists in the art of prophecy. Symbolic of the
      soul's journey and the spiral towards the self. The Ivy encourages assistance towards
      others in their search, so that in turn they may assist you. Ivy is known for opening
      minds and developing the group soul which may lead to both joy and success.

Reed
      Growing by the waterside the Reed is used in the making of instruments flutes, pipes,
      and music. The Celts would thatch their roofs with Reed to protect from the winter
      months and to ward off evil spirits.   Reed assists in finding the correct path and
      bringing order out of chaos, while taking charge of a situation. Also used as thread
      by the weaver.

Spindle
      The Spindle provides powered fruit employed as an insecticide, while it's wood is used
      for spindles, bobbins and knitting needles. It's red and yellow dye is also used for
      decoration of materials and for makeup.   Standing for honour and community spirit
      this unselfish tree helps to cleanse old wounds. It's nature suggests that you tend to
      your obligations and the requirements of others.

Honeysuckle
      Connected with the lapwing in Celtic lore; also known as the Woodbine. Honeysuckle
      resembles the growth patterns of the Ivy and the search for the self.   The Honeysuckle
      encourages us to reach for those desires sought and ignore distractions, while
      remaining true to the values and beliefs held.   The sweet scent of the Honeysuckle
      signals joy in the search for the self.

Beech
      Beech may be applied to swellings and scabs for healing purposes. Symbolic of
      wisdom and used to ensure wishes yield results. The wood of the Beech is employed
      for furniture making, writing tablets and basket work. This tree is also used for spells
      involving cleansing and warding. In listening to the Beech the ability to learn from
      past experiences becomes apparent, while respecting the inner voice.