

Mint helps fight nausea when consumed in a tea, and can be used to fight evil and illness.
Rosemary is considered to have protective properties, warding off evil spirits and keeping harm from reaching your doorstep, plant it by your garden gate.
Lemon Balm is an anti-depressant, an aphrodisiac, and is considered magical for attracting bees.
Sage improves memory and fertility. It is believed to assist with immortality, and it is great when used as an anti-inflammatory. Sage was also thought to help fight the plague.
Other plants found in a Witch’s garden include:
Peonies – Their roots were worn around the necks of those with epilepsy and thought to help cure insanity. They are believed to protect against nightmares, the devil, and storms.
Mandrake- Considered to magically bringing happiness, prosperity, and fertility to a home if placed on a mantel. It is said to attract love, creativity, and psychic abilities. *PLEASE NOTE, Mandrake is poisonous! It is not for consumption and should not be grown anywhere near edible plants!*
Foxglove is said to be able to “raise the dead and heal the living.” Foxglove is believed to attract fairies and break curses. It is poisonous for humans, unless processed properly in a lab for heart and kidney medicine, so be warned!
Fennel- This popular plant for cooking is known to increase courage and confidence in those who eat it. It is considered to be purifying and offer protection.
Marigolds are planted for their ability to keep bugs out of gardens and off of tomatoes. However, according to legend, they can assist in favorable outcomes, such as in legal matters or business affairs. They assist in renewing personal energy and being a protective charm for homes. In Mexico, Marigolds are used for guiding spirits from the Land of the Dead to their alters on Dia de los Muertos.
Although the list of magical plants is endless, these are the main plants noted for a modern Witch Garden. I’d love to hear if any of you have come across magical plants in your personal gardening adventures!

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Great article! Love the legends behind everything!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the support! I too am fascinated about the stories and beliefs behind the magic! 😉
Can you leave a link for that specific book? There is many books with that title.
I am so sorry to say that unfortunately, this book was lost in the fire we had back in February. I had recently moved my gardening books and guides into the barn, and they were completely lost. If I come across the title at some point, I will be more than happy to share. I am sorry for the inconvenience and greatly appreciate the support!
I love playing in the dirt,watch plants grow and enjoy the fruits and vegetables. The best part of gardening is the therapeutic effects of being in it as a part of it
I absolutely could not agree more! Being in the garden and outdoors is good for the soul. Thank you for the love and support!
Enjoyed ready your post. Right in front of us are healing remedies from nature. Just sitting in nature with trees and dirt bring us positive energies. I wish the book was available too. Would be interesting to read and share with others. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with others. Fun stuff.
Thank you so much for the support, that means a lot to me. I agree, I am upset that I didn’t write down the name, or more importantly, that the book was in a place to get damaged. I love learning more about natures medicine! Again, thank you so much for your comment and support!
Thankyou for sharing this gorgeous story about your aunt. I just stumbled across it on pintrest. Happy gardening love. It is heart warming to hear tales of others who feel the magic of gardening.
Thank you so much for the love and support, it means so much. Especially when it comes to my treasured memories gardening with my aunt. There is such magic in gardening, I love connecting with people who feel it too. <3
The article was lovely and I also love plant with my granddaughter …hopefully she kerps those memories the way you have.Blessed Be to you from me
She will absolutely love and adore the memories spent with her grandma in the garden. How special for you two. Thank you so much for the love and support! Sending hugs your way.
I’m glad I came across this beautifully written piece on the witches garden. What great memories of your aunt you have. I have a book I picked up somewhere and the title is Garden Witch’s Herbal written by Ellen Dugan. I refer to it often as there is so much information and a lovely read too. Thank you!
Thank you so much for the love and support! I am so glad you liked the piece! I am extremely appreciative of the book suggestion and will have to check it out! Sending hugs your way!
Such a lovely story, and thank you for sharing some of the lore from your book! I just want to add that some of the plants you listed — mandrake, for instance — are poisonous, and should not be eaten, and should be grown far away from plants that one plans to consume (like mint).
THANK YOU Melinda for the advice!! I will update the post to reflect that info right now. I am genuinely appreciative of the information! Thank you so much for the support. Happy Gardening my friend! <3
So this article is great but I have to say my fave bit your aunts’ names, because my name is Candi and I have a sister named Renee!
Candi,
That absolutely melts my heart. So very special, thank you for sharing. I love the way you spell your name. Keep shining, my friend. <3