Botanical Dreams Oracle Review: Completing Catrin Welz-Stein's Trilogy

After our deep dive into Oracle of Mystical Moments and Tarot of Mystical Moments, I simply couldn’t pass up the deck that completes this remarkable trilogy — Botanical Dreams Oracle by Catrin Welz-Stein.

First Impressions

When I opened this deck, a discovery awaited me: despite the recognizable surrealist style, the energy here is quite different. Where the first oracle in the series was about plunging into abstract subconscious depths, and the tarot bridged intuition with structure, Botanical Dreams Oracle feels more grounded and practical. There’s less abstract dreaminess and more tangible guidance.

Here, feminine figures literally merge with the plant kingdom — dresses transform into flowers, hair becomes leaves, bodies sprout roots. This isn’t merely a beautiful technique — it’s a metaphor for our inseparable connection to nature.

About the Deck

Botanical Dreams Oracle contains 56 cards — the largest deck in the series (Oracle of Mystical Moments has 52 for comparison). Card size is standard for U.S. Games oracles — 5 x 3.25 inches, slightly larger than tarot. Due to the size and card count, shuffling can be a bit awkward, especially if you have smaller hands like mine.

The box is done in the signature style: a rigid two-part box with silver filigree at the corners and a matte finish. The companion book is compact (68 pages) but full-color, with a brief meaning and expanded interpretation for each card.

Compared to Oracle of Mystical Moments, working with this deck feels more intuitively accessible — card titles and images have an obvious connection, making it quicker to establish a “dialogue” with the deck. Yet the layered symbolism still leaves room for deep interpretation.

Visual Style

Catrin Welz-Stein evolves her signature digital collage style, but here it takes on a new dimension. Where her previous works focused on surrealist transformations and blending realities, the central theme here is the symbiosis of woman and nature.

The color palette is rich and varied: lush greens, deep blues, and gentle pinks. The combination creates the feeling of a spring garden in moonlight — simultaneously lush and peaceful. Unlike the more muted tones of Oracle of Mystical Moments, this deck radiates with vivid colors of life.

Surrealist elements are still present but have become more organic. Many feminine figures are depicted with closed eyes or gazes turned inward — an invitation to contemplation and meditation.

Core Themes

• Self-discovery and personal growth — many cards address inner work, boundary-setting, and self-support
• Unity with nature — feminine figures merge with the plant world, symbolizing a return to roots
• Spring awakening — the deck gravitates toward spring energy, themes of blooming, unfolding, and growth
• Practical wisdom — the images aren’t just beautiful but directly connected to everyday life
• Emotional depth — water plays an important symbolic role: lakes, rain, and tears add fluidity to the imagery

Unlike the two previous decks in the series, which often carried elements of fairy-tale eeriness or melancholy, Botanical Dreams Oracle radiates quiet confidence and the joy of being.

Favorite Cards

Sanctuary

My absolute favorite in this deck. A woman within the forest canopy, surrounded by black birds. The card embodies the idea of creating a safe space that remains connected to nature. Every time I look at it, I feel deep peace and protection. Once, after choosing it as my favorite, I received a confirmation from the universe through it on an important question — the black birds turned out to be a significant symbol.

Refinement

A card that draws me not so much through its image as through its message. A woman in a dress resembling pink flamingo plumage, even her skin carrying a rosy hue. It creates a sense of romance and femininity. This card reminds us of the importance of elegance and refinement — becoming a kind of archetype that helps us be softer and more harmonious.

Forest Bathing

This card radiates such tranquility you’d want to hang it as a decoration. A woman sitting in a bath in the middle of a snowy forest — symbolizing the healing practice of immersing yourself in nature. It reminds us of the importance of connecting with nature even in cold seasons. One of those cards that literally dissolves tension just by looking at it.

Self-Support

One of the most eloquent cards in the deck. A woman leaning on a figure that looks exactly like herself — a literal visualization of relying on your own strength. In my practice, this card often appears when clients are seeking external support without realizing they already possess all the resources they need.

Boundaries

A powerful card depicting a woman whose clothing is made of earth and woven with thick vines. Visually clear: no one will pass through this protection without her permission. A beautiful metaphor for healthy boundaries — not rigid barriers, but a living, breathing shield that simultaneously connects us to the world and protects us.

How to Work with This Deck

Daily card. Botanical Dreams Oracle is ideal for a “card of the day” practice — its messages are concrete and easily applicable to everyday life. Draw a card each morning and note how its guidance might manifest throughout your day.

Oracle pairing. Use Oracle of Mystical Moments for deep subconscious diving and Botanical Dreams Oracle for practical advice. Two oracles from the same artist create a fascinating dialogue: one speaks of the hidden, the other of the tangible.

Seasonal practice. The deck resonates especially well with spring energy. Try working with it actively during the period from Ostara to Beltane, tracking how themes of growth and blooming manifest in your life.

“Botanical Garden” spread. Four cards:

1. Roots — what nourishes you right now?
2. Stem — what support do you need for growth?
3. Bud — what is ready to unfold?
4. Flower — where does this growth lead?

Who Is This Deck For?

Botanical Dreams Oracle is ideal for:

• Beginners seeking practical guidance for self-development
• Those who love nature-inspired aesthetics and botanical motifs
• People working with themes of boundaries, self-support, and personal growth
• Surrealism fans looking for a more grounded option
• Collectors of Catrin Welz-Stein’s series

If you’re just starting with the trilogy and wondering where to begin: for practical self-development — Botanical Dreams Oracle; for expanding your tarot practice — Tarot of Mystical Moments; for deep subconscious work — Oracle of Mystical Moments.

Pairing with Other Decks

As the trilogy’s finale, Botanical Dreams Oracle pairs beautifully with:

• Oracle of Mystical Moments — subconscious + practical guidance, creating a complete picture
• Tarot of Mystical Moments — tarot structure + botanical wisdom
• Seasons of the Witch: Ostara Oracle — both decks resonate with spring energy

All three trilogy decks are available in our Telegram bot — try them and feel how each one “speaks” in its own voice!