Monday 9 September 2024

Rounding the Year: Rosehips and Raindrops


Early September has been wet in London where I live. I took this photo of rosehips in my garden after a rain shower. Rosehips have traditionally been picked in the autumn to make syrup and jelly. They're also used as folk remedy to help prevent colds because they're high in vitamin C. Here's a link to a recipe for raw rosehip syrup from the Woodland Trust: https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/blog/2019/07/raw-rosehip-syrup/

You can pick rosehips as soon as they turn red, but a forager friend of mine told me it is best to wait until after the first frost as that makes them softer and sweeter. If you cut them open for any reason, please be aware that they contain fine hairs which are very itchy, so wear rubber gloves and remove them. I'll admit that when I was a kid it was well known that these could be used to make a nasty itching powder. 

Magically, rosehips, like roses, can be used for love spells. Put them on your altar as they are or dry them to put inside poppets or spell jars. Rosehip tea is also supposed to help with psychic work, particularly divination. I'd say it would be ideal if you are scrying for the answer to a question about romance. I guess you could also use the itchy hairs in curses, if you're into that kind of thing.

Sharing seasonal photos

Inspired by ideas in Rounding the Wheel of the Year, I've sharing seasonal pictures, art, crafts, words and other creativity. I'd love to encourage readers to record what's happening in nature in various ways including photographs, journalling, drawing or painting and crafting. 

Here are ways to share the things you're doing or what you see out and about as the wheel turns:

  • Leave a comment on this post about what you're up to
  • Find my prompts to share on my Facebook Page: Lucya Starza Pagan Portals Author
  • Share on Instagram or X (formerly Twitter) with the tag #RoundingtheYear

Where to find my books


You can order both the ebook and the paperback of all my books from publisher Moon Books' website as well as view Pagan Portals - Rounding the Wheel of the Year on Amazon. 

(Notes: I earn commission from advertisers for some links. Nothing on this post is medical advice. Always consult a qualified medical professional before taking herbs to treat ailments.)
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