Tree Spirit Tarot recounts the mythical and historical stories of 78 trees and their impact on our personal and collective understanding. 

Note: Until I can find an agent or publisher to help create an affordable box set the physical book and card deck are available for purchase from these suppliers.

If you wish to have a physical copy of the book or tarot deck they are available for purchase independently through the following places. 

• Tree Spirit Tarot book available at: Amazon
• Tree Spirit Tarot deck available at: Printers Studio

The Tarot is a deck of 78 illustrated cards that originated in 15th century Italy, but its roots may date back to the Golden Age of Islam as well as ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. The Tarot’s original name was “Trionfi” (triumphs), which symbolized the triumphs and challenges one faces throughout life.

The Tarot is divided into two sets of cards.

• Major Arcana of 22 cards – major secret
• Minor Arcana of 56 cards – lesser secret

Arcana comes from the Latin word arcanus, meaning “hidden secret”, based on the idea that our “fate” is a secret that reveals itself as we navigate our way through life. These “secrets” are actually life lessens that we can choose to learn or not. The Tarot is in essence, a road map with insights to help us realize our full potential.

Major Arcana (important secret) represents 22 archetypal aspects of our life’s journey. It is helpful to imagine the major arcana arranged in a circle versus a line to visualize it as the wheel of life.

In Tree Spirit Tarot, the first Major Arcana card “0” is called the Wonderer, (Fool) “the one who is wondering”. Cards “1-21” represent the path one takes in search of their unique place in the world along with its challenges and opportunities. Eventually the desire to feel whole inspires the wonderer to reconnect with its soul.

Click on the links below to take you to the tree that is calling you:

Major Arcana – Trees on our Journey

• 0. Wonderer (Fool) – Rowan – Calling
• I. Magician – Almond – Purpose
• II. High Priestess – Pomegranate – Intuition
• II. Empress – Sycomore Fig – Fertility
• IV. Emperor – Oak – Divine Nature
• V. Hierophant – Cedar – Faith
• VI. Lovers – Myrtle – Harmony
• VII. Chariot – Ash – Life Force
• VIII. Strength – Mangrove – Support
• IX. Hermit – Banyan – Reflection
• X. Wheel of Fortune – Acacia – Change
• XI. Justice Bristlecone – Pine – Truth
• XII. Hanged One – Yew – Paradox
• XIII. Death – Cypress – Transition
• XIV. Temperance – Laurel – Moderation
• XV. Devil – Apple – Shadow
• XVI. Tower – Eucalyptus – Challenge
• XVII. Star – Cottonwood – Hope
• XVIII. Moon – Willow – Illusion
• XIX. Sun – Date – Renewal
• XX. Judgment – Olive – Peace
• XXI. The World – Baobab – Return

Minor Arcana (lesser secret) is based in the four classical elements of: fire, water, air and earth. These elements symbolized the core functions of life that influence and support our daily journey. Fire relates to our passion and desires. Water represents our emotions, intuition and creativity. Air corresponds to our thoughts and actions while Earth embodies our physical nature. The 56 cards of the minor arcana are divided into four suits of 14 cards. These four suits (clubs, hearts, spades and diamonds) are found in a classical playing cards.

Elements – Tree Spirit Tarot suits – Traditional Suit – Aspect of Life

• Fire – Evergreen Trees – Wands/Clubs – Desires, passions
• Water – Fruit Trees – Cups/Hearts – Emotions, creativity
• Air – Hardwood Trees – Sword/Spades – Intellect, actions
• Earth – Nut Trees – Pentacles/Diamonds – Security, health

Each suit of 14 cards starts with the Pioneer (Ace), marking the beginning point within each suit. The cards then progress numerically from 2-10 followed by four court cards: Messenger, Guardian, Earthkeeper and Wisdomkeeper. Each card represents a different aspect of our daily journey through life.

Tree Spirit Suit – Meaning

Wisdomkeeper/King – Believe in yourself. I am actively seeking a publisher who can transform this into an affordable box set. 

• Pioneer/Ace – New beginnings and potential.
• Two – Find balance before moving forward.
• Three – Influence of work, life, emotions.
• Four – Time of contemplation, rest period.
• Five – Adversity, conflict, loss.
• Six – Growth after adversity brings insights.
• Seven – Trust in the universe and yourself.
• Eight – Be the change you wish to see.
• Nine – Nearing completion can be uneasy.
• Ten – Outcome is based on your work.
• Messenger/Page – Message regarding a new phase.
• Guardian/Knight – Time to make your move.
• Earthkeeper/Queen – Seek the help of wise ones.
• Wisdomkeeper/King – Believe in yourself.

Reviews

“I love your books and am excited to use the cards. I am a Franciscan Sister who very much loves nature.  I was very impressed with your life story and how the trees became the symbols of your journey.  I have been sharing it with others who are also impressed and touched by your books. They are inspirational.”  – Debbie

“Brilliant Tarot book with fascinating synthesis of trees, science and lore. This is a very insightful and advanced Tarot book in its own right. I have been working with the Tarot and plant energies for half my life! All Tarot aficionados should pick this up”. – Seattle

“Incredibly detailed book that accompanies the tarot deck. The author has extensive knowledge of her subjects. She opens a whole new perception to nature and it’s beauty. Love this.”  – Nikki

“It’s a wonderful way to tap into the energy of different trees. I’ve also been looking at the trees in my neighbors gardens, in the parks and open spaces in my neighborhood.” – Nina

“I was looking for a good Tree Tarot/Oracle deck for a quiet sometime and I found it in your creation “Tree Spirit Tarot” . I ordered the book through Amazon and the deck from Printer Studio. I also did the same with your Mandala Chakra Oracle. I don’t know what it is but after a long period of “hibernation/going within” I am very hungry to replenish and rejuvenate my knowledge about Trees, Plants, Animals and your deck appeared on my radar right as I formed the request from the Universe, as by magic. I am thrilled to be working with it. ” – Natalia

“This deck brings me so much joy already as I love working with Tree Spirits.” – Sharon

“I wanted to thank you for existing and creating. In my meditations I start by becoming my tree. Lately I have been shifting through a lot of various forms and then dig in to researching the symbolism. You are one of my favorite people to look to as you resonate so very much!” – Charlene