Grandmother Hawthorn

[Joseph Bronson]

Grandmother Hawthorn, the tree of the heart. hawthorn is the 6th tree of the Celtic Tree Ogham, representing Love, fertility, the heart, protection and the release of blocked energy and preparation for spiritual growth. Hawthorne is the prime remedy for the heart and the circulation and is both recommended and safe to take over long periods, especially during old age. The flowers, leaves and berries can all be used as a safe heart tonic, to open the arteries and to improve the circulation and blood supply to all body tissues. Hawthorn is helpful for high blood pressure, hardening of the arteries, heart palpitations and all heart conditions. The leaves, flower and berries also have a beneficial effect on the nervous system, relieving stress and anxiety They bring calm sleep if drunk at night.

Do you have any Hawthorn shrubs or trees?  It is a great plant to start adding to your life.....