When is Litha? The summer solstice or “midsummer”, lands on June 20th in the northern hemisphere. It is the longest day of the year. After Litha, the days begin to become shorter until Yule in December, when the wheel turns once again and the days become longer.
Litha is a celebration of abundance. Symbols of Litha include the sun, or the element of fire and the oak trees which represent strength, wisdom and protection.
Apply color magick when using ritual candles, by using shades of blue, green, red, yellow, orange and gold. Herbs associated with Litha include fennel, thyme, lavender, chamomile and yarrow, and flowers of daisies, roses, carnations and sunflowers picked fresh from the garden can be added to your summer solstice altar.
Foods that are in season include strawberries, lemons, honey and fresh summer vegetables and fresh fruits.
Celebrate the new life that is around us during Litha, by spending time in a garden with new crops. Activities include making fairy crafts, having bonfires and making floral crowns.
The crystals that correspond with Litha include mood-boosting sunstone, restorative balance with tiger’s eye, and the healing and protective energies of black onyx.
Incense includes frankincense, thyme, dragon’s blood and myrrh.
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