FAERIE TIDBITS



TREES AND THEIR ASSOCIATED FAERIES

Alder ñ The Fae of the Alder have been known as the "dark Faeries". They are 
very protective. When they leave their trees, this Faerie will take the form of 
a Raven.

Apple ñ This also known as the home for Unicorns.

Birch ñ This is sometimes known as the "Lady of the Woods".

Elder ñ The Elder tree is sacred to the Druid clans. It is the tree of the 
beginning and the end.

Oak ñ Linking with the Oak Faeries awakens visions of your future.

Willow ñ It is associated with Brigid in the Celtic tradition. It opens visions 
and communication.

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THE SOOTHING ENERGY OF WATER

A simple pool can add soothing energy to your garden. All you have to do is dig 
a small hole and put a liner or small "kids" pool in it. Add a few floating 
plants and some goldfish if you like. Put rocks around the garden. Every time 
you water your garden, you can replenish the water in the pool. A pond can 
attract all sorts of wildlife.

An alternative pool is a bird bath. Float flower blossoms in the filled bird 
bath.

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WINTER

During winter the fae folk sleep as do their plants and trees. If you make an 
area of your home welcome, they just might spend the cold winter months inside 
with you. It will take some patience and coaxing. They can be wonderful friends 
to both humans and animals. They are especially fond of small children.

The wee folk are also a good "barometer" of the vibrations in your home. If 
there is negative energy around, they become withdrawn and very quiet.

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HOW TO MAKE HUMMINGBIRD NECTAR

4 parts water
1 part sugar
(1 gallon of nectar = 8 cups water, 2 cups sugar)
NOTE: Do not substitute with honey, and a weaker solution is better then a 
stronger one.

Bring water to boil, stir in sugar and boil for 2-3 minutes to purify the 
solution. Do not over boil. Doing so will remove too much water form the 
solution.

Let cool before placing it in your feeder.

Store remainder in refrigerator.

You should never add red day or food coloring to your nectar mix because it 
could make hummers very sick and even kill them.

You should clean your feeder every 2-3 days and replace the nectar, especially 
in warm weather due to growth of bacteria.