Fir: The Christmas Tree, and hence a tree denoting birth, the return of light and new beginnings, the cycle of life and purification. A tree that brings light into darkness and, and even on the darkest of all days holds the promise of future joys. 2nd January to 11th January and 5th July to 14th July

Elm: Calm and self-possessed, but by nature always cheerful, it quickly obtains people's trust and earns much recognition at work. It is humorous and practical, but also possessed of an alert and lively intelligence and more than ordinary understanding.12th January to 24th January and 15th July to 25th July

Cypress: The cypress is strong and sturdy, of muscular build – and often seems even thickset . Its life is facilitated by its flexible character. Thanks to its lively intelligence and its capacity for reflection, the cypress establishes balance in its life.25th January to 3rd February and 26th July to 4th August

Poplar: The poplar is a very decorative tree whose appearance delights the eye; it never seems to age. It takes partnership very seriously and will rarely give up its companions in life. Through love, the independent  nature of the poplar becomes gentle and dependent. 4th February to 8th February and 1st May to 14th May

Nettle Tree: Self-assured and decisive, sometimes impatient and irritable, it is always seeking to impress its fellows; with its industriousness and many-sided gifts – especially in the musical sphere – it does not find this difficult. 9th February to 18th February and 14th August to 23rd August

Pine: The symbol of fire and illumination, purification, equilibrium, a friend in need, knowledge and protection against all that is negative. Like the fir tree, the pine blazes in the darkness, lights your path and burns up every obstacle that blocks your way to fulfilment. 19th February to 28th/29th February and 24th August to 2nd September

Willow: Two souls coexist within its breast: one is dreamy and sensitive, the other changeable and restless. It is also upright and honourable, and will take the difficult course if needs must. 1st March to 10th March and 3rd September to 12th September

Lime Tree: Honesty, good cooperation with others, partnership of every kind and for dealings with bureaucracy. A tree that radiates calm, discreet strength, showing that it is possible for an individual to be a match for the system and to win through, if his cause is just. 11th March to 20th March and 13th September to 22nd September

Oak: Fortunately, oak trees usually enjoy the best of health, as they have a pronounced aversion to disease, doctors, medicines and every kind of addiction; only the sight of blood unnerves them. 21st Marc Hazel: Wisdom, happiness, fruitfulness, knowledge and inspiration, justice and prophecy, water magic. Useful for locating water and hidden treasures with a divining rod. Use this tree when you are faced with injustice or stand for certain principles, so that it helps you to sort things out through the power of persuasion rather than brute force. 22nd March to 31st March and 24. September to 3rd October Rowan: it loves life, movement, agitation and even complications: it is dependent and independent at the same time. It sometimes complicates its affairs through unnecessary pondering and analysis.1st April to 10th April and 4th October to 13th October Maple: Long life, healthy children, fruitfulness, wealth of every kind and enjoyment. A good tree helps you when you have lost the confidence within you in your capacity to recognize the potential treasures in your life, so that things turn out for the best. 11th April to 20th April and 14th October to 23rd October Walnut: It rarely takes a complete rest and will not let others rest either. In positions of high rank, it is a strategist of genius with a many-sided intelligence. Its professional development is always marked by industriousness and diligence; it cares nothing for cheap popularity. 21st April to 30th April and 24th October to 11th November Chestnut: Abundance and wealth of potential. A wonderful tree for bold undertakings or idealistic, ambitious projects. 15th May to 24th May and 12th November to 21st November Ash: With its lively character – impulsive and demanding – it always does what it believes to be right and is indifferent to criticism or even malevolent remarks. 25th May to 3rd June and 22nd November to 1st December Hornbeam: The hornbeam is endowed with a cool beauty that attracts many an eye, and not only in the years of its youth. It pays great attention to its appearance and condition, and invariably displays good taste. 4th June to 13th June and 2nd December to 11th December Fig tree: It loves life in general and especially the known and familiar. Yet it is not at ease only in the family circle, but likes to be always surrounded by loving people of every kind. 14th June to 23rd June and 12th December to 21st December Birch: Invariably friendly and kind, the birch is appreciated and sought after in company, for it is never bothersome or a drain on the purse of its host. 24th June Apple: Fruitfulness, health, love and long life. The magical apple tree brings you new life and strength when you feel tired or have strayed from your path. 25th June to 4th July and 23rd December to 1st January Olive tree: Its cheerful disposition, peaceful character, deeply held sense of justice and sympathetic attitude help it to understand the situation of its fellow beings and to make its contribution. 23rd September Beech: On the one hand practical and true to life, it is also capable of noble, profound feeling. An outstanding householder, it is economical, neither miserly nor spendthrift. 22nd December h