This List is our top ten perennial flowers for rituals, will help you decide what to plant so you will have powerful flowers on hand when you need them.
10. Baby's Breath
Baby's Breath is more than just a filler flower for bouquets. This light, airy spray joins our list of perennial flowers because they bring happiness wherever the are. Toss them freely in one spot of the garden as you invite happiness in. The Covent Garden Seed Tape Gypsophila Elegans at www.parkseed.com makes planting a breeze.
9. Buttercups
The brightly colored petals of buttercups invoke your sleeping inner child. Ranunculus,their 'other' name, are useful in rituals. They rejuvenate your imagination and allow you to recapture the innocent bliss of childhood. As you plant these seeds, invite happy, playful times into your life. The Ranunculus Mix Colorful Sun Lover at www.gurneys.com proves that buttercups aren't just yellow.
8. Chrysanthemum
To invite cheerful optimism to your life, the brightly colored chrysanthemum, like the Clara Curtis at www.waysidegardens.com is ideal for sleep rituals. To dream happy things, spread some stems around your bed before you sleep. Light your restful sleep candle from www.intentioncandles.com to bring added night time peace.
7. Lilies
The lily is a symbol of purity, and is excellent to banish bad habits. Keep fresh lilies around to remind you of your commitment to inviting better choices to eat healthier or walk instead of driving. The cream colored Trumpet Lily White Lancer from www.parkseed.com is a beautiful choice.
6. Peonies
For a healing, life affirming bath, sprinkle peony petals into the water after the tub is filled. Peonies can be used in any prosperity rituals, and a bouquet next to your Prosperity Intention candle from www.intentioncandles.com will magnify your intention. The Felix Crousee Peony at www.gurneys.com are colorful with dark, shiny leaves.
5. Irisis
Elegant and pristine, Iris are a lovely addition to any garden, but that isn't why they join our list of top ten perennials for rituals. Cut a few stems and place them singly in vases around your home at times when you need faith, valor, or hope. The Cool Shades Dutch Iris Mixture at www.brecks.com is an enchanting blend of colors and invites a boost to your inner courage!
4. Russian Sage
Looking to add a little bit of wisdom and knowledge? Carry a sprig of fresh Russian Sage with you, and your concentration and thinking powers will be heightened. This stimulating foliage can be found at www.parkseed.com and is a good grower. It's reputation as a purifier of the home is why it makes our top ten list of perennial flowers for rituals. Add this to a house blesing candle from www.intentioncandles.com and you will create a powerful blessing!
3. Aster
Sometimes called Michaelmas Daisies, Asters were a sacred flower in Greek times. They are used in rituals for well-being and happiness. As you plant your asters, ask that they bring peace and happiness to your home. Planting aster hybrids like those at www.michiganbulb.com will call peace and contentment to your garden, and they also attract butterflies.
2. Black-eyed Susans
Also known as Rudbeckia, Black-eyed Susans give more than just a burst of color to your garden, which is why we have included them in our top ten list of perennial flowers for rituals. They are excellent for rituals involving justice. When you are wishing to be treated fairly in legal matters, pick five blossoms and use them along with a luck intention candle for a positive outcome. The Goldsturm Strain Black-eyed Susans at www.waysidegardens.com are lovely and hardy.
1. Bluebells
The precious bright blue blossoms of bluebells are always a sign that spring has arrived. And no wonder, their leaves and flowers are filled with renewing energy. Pin to your lapel or tuck into your hair for a burst of fresh energy. Beautiful English Bluebells can be found at www.brecks.com.
