05/05/2026
Most people walk past this tree every day and don’t realise what it is… 🌿
Right now, hawthorn is in bloom — often called the “May tree” and deeply connected to this time of year
Traditionally used as a heart remedy, hawthorn has been worked with for centuries to support circulation, emotional balance, and overall wellbeing
In folklore, it was seen as a sacred tree, associated with Beltane and the threshold between worlds
It’s one of those plants that feels quiet…
but carries a lot of depth
I’ve written a full guide on hawthorn — its benefits, uses, and folklore — if you’d like to explore it further 🌸
You can read it here https://newmoon-botanicals.co.uk/blogs/news/hawthorn-benefits-uses-folklore-the-may-tree-for-heart-health