Holly should be burned to announce the end of winter. Rowan, sacred to witches for protection for making spindles and spinning wheels. Hazel will lead to water. Willow is sacred magic, transporting the soul. Yew signifies life, death, and rebirth, used for bows. Beware: the seeds are poisonous. Ash is sacred and healing, the leaves make a tonic for horses. Apple is the key to magic and is used for medicine, love spells.
