Learn all about the Pink Moon, April’s Full Moon. Learn about the history, alternative names, correspondences, and how to utilize its energy in your magickal workings.
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What is the Pink Moon?
The Pink Moon is one of many names given to the full moon that occurs in April. Despite what the name suggests, the moon itself doesn’t actually turn pink! The name comes from the early spring bloom of moss phlox (Phlox stolonifera), a vibrant pink wildflower native to North America that carpets the earth as the seasons begin to shift.
Throughout history, many cultures named each full moon based on what was happening in nature during that time. These names reflected local wildlife, agricultural cycles, weather changes, and spiritual significance. The Pink Moon marks a turning point—when the earth begins to reawaken, and we, too, can begin to stretch, grow, and bloom.
You can think of the Pink Moon as nature’s reminder to open your heart and realign your intentions. It’s a time for reconnecting with what makes you feel alive.
Alternative Names for the April Full Moon
Cultures around the world had their own names for this springtime moon. Each of these names carries its own beautiful symbolism and reflects what that culture saw, valued, or observed in the natural world during this time of year.
- Breaking Ice Moon – Algonquin
- Bear a Child Moon – Catawba
- Duck Moon – Cherokee
- Growing Moon – Celtic
- Peony Moon – Chinese
- Frog Moon – Cree
- Grass & Geese Moon – Mahican
- Loon Moon – Ojibwe
- Egg Moon – Old English
- It’s Thundering Moon – Oneida
- Planting Moon – Tunica
- Paschal Moon – the moon that is used to calculate Easter
We include these names with deep respect for the diverse cultures and traditions that honor the Moon in their own ways. Many of these names originate from Indigenous peoples whose relationships with the land are sacred and ongoing. Our intention is not to appropriate, but to honor and remember these seasonal markers as a way of connecting more intentionally with nature, the stolen land we live on, and the peoples it rightfully belongs to. As you explore them, take time to reflect on their cultural roots, and let them inspire you to deepen your own practice with care and awareness.
💡 Want to learn whose land you’re on and how to support them directly?
Visit Native-Land.ca to explore the Indigenous territories where you live and discover resources for acknowledgment, education, and support.
Pink Moon Magickal Workings
In witchcraft, the full moon is a time of culmination, reflection, and manifestation. Each full moon carries its own energy based on the season, the lunar zodiac placement, and what’s happening in nature. The Pink Moon’s energy is rich with renewal and growth.
As spring takes hold, this moon supports spells and rituals for:
- Self-Love & Confidence
- Healing & Regeneration
- Motivation & Productivity
- Fertility & Abundance
- Creativity & Inspiration
This is also usually the last full moon before Beltane!, making it a powerful time to begin preparing your energy and intentions for that sabbat. So if you’re planting seeds (literal or symbolic), setting goals, or nurturing your body, the Pink Moon provides fertile ground for your dreams to grow.
Pink Moon Magickal Correspondences
In magickal practice, correspondences are symbolic links between physical items and energetic properties. Think of them as ingredients that align with the energy of your intention. When you use correspondences in a spell or ritual, you’re layering your magick with deeper meaning and resonance.
Colors: Pink, Red, Gold, Royal Blue, Pastels
Crystals: Clear Quartz, Selenite, Angelite, Ruby, Garnet
Deities: Herne, Cernunnos, Venus, Kali, Hathor, Ceres, Bastet, Ishtar
Herbs: Dandelion, Milkweed, Basil, Chives, Dill, Fennel, Geranium, Phlox
Trees: Hazel, Lilac, Willow, Forsythia, Dogwood
Runes: Kenaz, Jera, Dagaz, Berkana, Wunjo
Element: Fire & Earth
P.S. You don’t need to use all of these! Let your intuition guide you toward what you feel drawn to this moon.
Working with the Pink Moon in your Practice
The Pink Moon’s energy is ideal for rituals that support healing, self-love, growth, and fresh intentions. You don’t need fancy tools or a big ritual setup to work with this full moon. What matters most is your intention and your ability to slow down and tune into yourself and the world around you.
Here are some simple but powerful ways to engage with the Pink Moon’s energy:
Charge Your Tools or Crystals in the Moonlight
Place your crystals, tarot decks, ritual tools, or even jewelry in a safe spot where they can soak up the moonlight. While full moons are often used to cleanse or charge, the Pink Moon’s vibe is especially supportive for tools related to heart healing, creativity, and growth.
💡 Tip: Use a windowsill if you can’t go outdoors. Even indirect moonlight can be powerful.
Take a Cleansing or Self-Love Bath
Draw a bath and add herbs like basil (for abundance and cleansing), geranium (for emotional balance), or rose petals (for love and beauty). You can also light pink candles, play music that calms your nervous system, or recite affirmations aloud.
💡 No tub? Try a herbal foot soak or a moon water face rinse instead.
Write a Letter to Your Future Self
This is a powerful time to set intentions through words. Try writing a letter to yourself 1–3 months from now. Reflect on what you hope to grow into, what you’re releasing, and how you want to show up in your own life.
💡 Tip: Burn it in a fire-safe bowl or bury it in the earth as a symbolic release.
Make Moon Water
Place a clean jar of water under the full moon with the intention of infusing it with the energy of self-love, confidence, or growth. You can use it to anoint candles, add to spell jars, water your plants, or incorporate into beauty or hygiene rituals.
💡 For drinking or bath use, make sure you are using safe containers and potable water.
You can also connect with the Pink Moon’s energy through more introspective practices like tarot or shadow work. These quieter, internal rituals can be just as powerful as spellwork… helping you explore your emotional landscape, clarify your intentions, and strengthen your sense of self. If you’re craving insight or personal reflection, the next sections offer prompts and a tarot spread designed specifically for this moon.
Shadow Work Prompts for the Pink Moon
Shadow work is the practice of exploring your inner self… especially the parts you usually keep hidden. It’s not about fixing what’s “broken,” but about understanding your patterns, emotions, and needs, so you can reclaim your full power.
Because the Pink Moon often centers around themes of love, confidence, and growth, it’s a great time to reflect on your relationship with yourself and your ability to receive.
Here are some journaling prompts to explore:
- What is your immediate reaction to the word love? Is it positive, negative, or complication? Why do you have this reaction?
- How have you shown yourself love lately? How could you show yourself more?
- What areas of your life need healing? What would it look like to prioritize that?
- Where do you tend to overextend or over-give? Is it rooted in a desire to be liked or worthy?
Light a candle, make a cozy space, and give yourself permission to be honest and gentle as you explore.
Pink Moon Tarot Spread
This three-card spread is designed to help you further connect to the emotional and magickal energy of the Pink Moon. You can use this spread for a ritual, meditation, or self-reflection journal session.
- How is the current flow of love in my life?
- What obstacles are preventing me from caring for myself?
- How can I better love myself?
You can pull extra clarifier cards or add oracle cards if you feel called to. Try journaling your insights or placing the cards on your altar as a reminder.
Try it out for yourself! If you want to share you results feel free to comment below, join our discord server, or use the hashtag #feralwoodcoven on social media!
More on Lunar Magick
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