As we move into our last sign of the calendar year, the one that carries us through the old year and into the new, Astrology in Flowers continues with an arrangement translating Capricorn into the language of flowers. Happy birthday season to our dear Capricorn friends, happy Solstice, and happy Capricorn season to all!
Capricorn, the half-goat half-fish, blooms with pragmatism, responsibility, and motivation. Known to be ambitious, disciplined, and self-sufficient, Capricorn supports the completion of old cycles and the prusuit of renewed intentions. Capricorn energy, ruled by Saturn, shows us the benefits of creating more structure for ourselves and practicing diligence as we set and pursue new goals.
CAPRICORN IN FLOWERS
Translated into flowers that represent its features, Capricorn blooms with fish scales of purple acacia, ruffled and reliable lisianthus, sturdy chrysanthemums in a deep wine red, energetic nandina berries, and climbing clematis to embody Capricorn's boundless ambition. The whole arrangement is low and densely layered — Capricorn blooming from a celestial blue bowl in a practical posture of grounded self-sufficiency.
CAPRICORN DETAILS
- DATES: December 21st - January 19th
- QUALITIES: ambitious, persistent, practical, sensitive, hardworking, driven, realistic, responsible, disciplined, pragmatic, moral, perfectionistic, self-sufficient
- ELEMENT: Earth
- MODALITY: Cardinal
- PLANET: Saturn
- COLORS: deep reds, rich tones, earthy and vibrant, bright, warmer spectrum, contrast with earthy greens (classically blues, aquamarine…)
- FLOWERS: chrysanthe mums, lisianthus, clematis, blue acacia, nandina berries
- MECHANICS: ceramic footed bowl, coated chicken wire, floral bowl tape
CAPRICORN SEASON TIPS
Capricorn season ushers in the energy of organization and goal-setting. It's a beautiful time to review the year, celebrate the milestones, and tidy up by finishing projects and closing tabs. Make space to get clear about what you want to call in for the new year. Let go of anything that doesn't serve you. I like to use a mantra I made up for this time of year to free up space and get intentional: "do it, donate it, or delete it." Capricorn season supports making a practical, pragmatic plan for next steps, which sets a great foundation for the new year. Let this astrological sign guide you in creating supportive structure for your goals and a sense of contentment through your mental and environmental clarity.
TAROT OF FLOWERS & CAPRICORN
In the Tarot of Flowers, Capricorn is associated with Marigold flowers and the Major Arcana card for The Shadow. Here is an excerpt from the Tarot of Flowers booklet giving insights into this flower and card:
“Boldly colored, ruffled, and scented, Marigold blooms in stout puffs of fire, a sensual and celebratory flower often used in ritual practices and spiritual ceremonies across cultures of the world. With its potent scent, both darkly musky and brightly spiced, Marigold is a powerful symbol of creativity, grief, passion, and tangible desires.[...]
Marigold, the bright spirit of The Shadow, alerts you now to mind how you are using your energy and resources, as areas of excess in your life can distract and deplete you. Sensual indulgences can be intoxicating, but you must weigh them against your higher values and bigger-picture goals. [...]
Like the long garlands of bright Marigolds threaded in traditions from India to Central America, align your vivid physical desires in a path that leads you toward higher purpose. Light incense, and watch how it transmutes something solid into fragrant and fluid smoke. Bring spirituality back into your priorities."
Tarot of Flowers makes an abundant gift that keeps blooming for any Capricorn. It's also a tool for self-discovery and pragmatic guidance and metaphoric wisdom in the language of flowers that aligns beautifully with Capricorn energy. Shop Tarot of Flowers here!
Share this post with a Capricorn you love, and enjoy the season of goal-setting and intentional alignment!
Cheers to your blooming,
XX
“Astrology in Flowers” is an ongoing creative project that I’ve built as a way to compose and share with you my love for flowers, language, astrology, and the experience of self-discovery. I encourage you to make space for your own creative explorations that connect your interests and furthermore connect you to the season surrounding you at this moment. Such projects are some of the most fun and rewarding of all to make and to share.
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