Pansy – said to be the favorite flower or Oberon – king of the fairies. Picking one with dew on it is considered to be very bad luck. In Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Oberon tells us that the juice of a pansy sprinkled on the eyes of someone who is sleeping will make them fall in love with the first person they see when they open their eyes.
Heather – associated with fairy Queens
Irises – attract noble helpful fairies, especially Kings and Queens
Lilacs – the scent brings flower fairies
Jasmine – used by fairies for love spells
Foxglove – also known as “Fairies Thimble” the flowers are worn as hats and gloves
Daisies – invite frequent fairy visits
Thistle – repels negative energy and harmful fairies
Carnations – draw healing and helpful fairies
Snap Dragons – best if kept a bit secluded, we wouldn’t want any of the Wee Folk getting bit!
Ferns – used as beds for baby fairies and adored by Pixies
Moss – any type for the Wee Folk to nap on
Chamomile – if you drink chamomile tea before bedtime you will dream of fairies
St. John’s Wort – provides protection from harm, When picking ask permission first and then only pick with your left hand.
Thyme – attracts garden fairies. Sprinkle around the house, on doorsteps and windowsills to invite the fairies in.
Marjoram – invites joyful, happy fairies
Moon Flower – these delicate blooms open only at night – you may be lucky enough to see the fairies dancing around them
Clover – for luck of course!
Other great plants that attract our magical friends are roses, marigolds, sunflowers, mint, bluebells and morning glories.
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