Herb Magic for Beginners

by Ellen Dugan

Stir up passion with violet or nab a new job with honeysuckle. From parsley to periwinkle, people enjoy herbs for their aroma, taste, and healing abilities, but few are aware of the enchanting powers harnessed within these multipurpose plants. Breathing new life into herbal folklore and wisdom, Ellen Dugan introduces the magical side of these natural treasures. The author of Cottage Witchery describes the magical traits of flowers, roots, trees, spices, and other commonly found herbs. Under her guidance, readers learn the basics of magic and spellworking so they may safely explore herbal magic on their own for health, luck, prosperity, romance, protection, and more!

Genres: Witchcraft, Wicca, Nonfiction, Herbs, Spirituality, Magick, Paganism

216 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2006

About the author

Ellen Dugan is the award winning author of over thirty six books and the Witches Tarot. She branched out successfully into paranormal fiction in 2015 with her popular Legacy Of Magick series. Her portfolio of work also includes dozens of articles in the Llewellyn Almanacs and Calendars and 15 non-fiction books. Ellen's non-fiction titles with Llewellyn Worldwide have been translated into over twelve foreign languages. She is a psychic-clairvoyant, and has been a practicing Witch for over thirty-five years.
With over 300K books sold Ellen has a global following. She currently has over twenty published novels, the eleven book Legacy Of Magick series and three other paranormal series: The Gypsy Chronicles, Daughters Of Midnight, and Hemlock Hollow. The first four books in her Legacy Of Magick series were made into audio books with Tantor Audio in 2018.
Ellen was featured on the cover of Witches & Pagans Magazine. She has been interviewed in the studio on KMOV News Channel 4 in St. Louis, done numerous newspaper and radio interviews, and a two hour guest spot on the national syndicated live radio show, Coast to Coast. In 2017 Ellen was also featured in USA TODAY'S HEA column. More information on Ellen's work can be found at www.ellendugan.com on Instagram at www.instagram.com/ellendugan/ or on Facebook www.facebook.com/ellendugan

Reviews

[Effie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pretty much what I expected really, very basic intro and idea book. Wouldn't consider it an herbal reference though

[Kaley · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm a complete novice with no experience. I've been put off so many other books because they assumed a certain level of experience or understanding that I simply don't have. This book was laid out in such a way that I didn't need any background knowledge - and so I was able to begin my education with it.

[Kathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book and am glad to have it on my shelf to refer to. I found the correspondences and ideas useful and user-friendly - not too complicated, which always puts me off. I have a lot to work with. I would've liked a bit more info on some of the less common magical workings e.g. for self-confidence, peace in a stressful time. But she did cover a good amount for a beginner book and I would definitely want to order some more books of hers. I liked her writing style. I loved the correspondence charts at the back, especially the one of substitutes as it's always hard to find what you need, especially when you live in the Southern Hemisphere.

[Ana Rancel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Green witchcraft is considered to be an advanced form of witchcraft so it can be hard to be a beginner. However, this book makes it possible for newbies to understand this path of witchcraft and actually be able to practice it on their own. What I loved most is that it didn't emphasize all the hundred tools and supplies you needed to buy to do witchcraft. Instead, it teaches you to use what you have in your own home already or supplies that are easily accessible. You don't really need a whole room of crystals and altars and other expensive things to love nature and what it has to offer. All you need is yourself and your resourcefulness.

[K.S. Thompson · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is a good overview, with two chapters that introduce you to working with herbs, as well as four that focus on specific areas of your life where you can use herbs in manifestation work. It also has a chapter on writing your own herbal spells and charms, which would be helpful for those just starting out.

Overall, this isn't a bad book. Having said that, Ellen Dugan's "Garden Witch's Herbal" is a better choice for me personally and would be my recommendation if one were choosing between the two.

[Renee Alarid · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was a great find and a treasure of a book. The author Ellen Dugan is knowledgeable about gardening and spells. She approaches this book like we have been friends for a while, and she gets down to the subject matter pretty quickly.

This book reminds me of the advice from Practical Magic. "Keep rosemary by your garden gate and plant lavender for luck." This book is an excellent introduction to herb magic and a great read. I cannot wait to read "Garden Witch's Herbal."

[Nora Peevy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Herb Magic for Beginners: Down-to-Earth-Enchantment by Ellen Dugan was not as good as her other books I've read, but still one for the witchy library. I wish the book had gone into a little more detail on a few topics, but it did broadly cover herbs for beginner magical purposes. And what I really liked -- the herbs she discussed are very common and easy to grow or find at your local health store/metaphysical shop. She uses her by now familiar humorous and conversational tone to discuss herb growing, proper tools and gathering times, and a slew of herbal spells for any practical situation. If you're looking for an in depth read, though, skip this one. But if you're looking for a non stuffy beginner primer, than this one's for you!

[Megan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Awesome little book with wonderful ideas for herbs to grow in my garden... I need to go order some seeds!

[Justin Egan · Rating 3 out of 5]

A little too Wiccan and corny for my tastes, but still offered some interesting info and ideas.