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Moon Gardening
Since time immemorial our ancestors have lived, told time, fell in love, passed down stories and tended the gardens by the light of the moon. I would like to offer the opportunity to learn and engage with our only true and beloved satellite while digging in the soil and while walking other paths of our lives.
How does it work - different phases of the moon provide different energies for working in the garden (and all aspects of our lives) to support a specific task or goal.
This is related to but not exactly the same as planting by Astrological days. There is some overlap and you can do both concurrently or choose only one. In these posts I will focus on where the moon is in the sky and what energies that may bring you and your gardens.
The Moon, as you all know, directly affects our gravity and the tides. Did you realize it affects gravity on everything - all water on Earth; in our bodies and down to the water in single cells of plants and animals.
Where are we now?
Full Moon in Aquarius
Complete & Fulfill
When the moon is in Aquarius - we are called into the circle, together, away from private concerns. Reminders of the sacredness of collaboration and collectivity.
Under the hot Leo sun (fire element) our creativity, charisma and warmth are activated. This is a good time to connect, celebrate and share in the bounty of the greater whole.
How can this apply to the garden?
Share harvests with friends and neighbors, enjoying the long summer sunsets. Share your love of gardening as you hand over that extra zucchini or bouquet of wildflowers.
Moon Garden Plant(s) of the Month
Fireweed (Epilobium angustifolium) A pioneer species post-fire disturbance, and abundant in the late summer along roadsides and forest edges. Delicate and lovely pink-purple flowers blow in the breeze and are used for natural dyes. Edible raw shoots give your kike a little sweet carb boost, or make tea from the leaves for a dose of Vitamin C.
Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca) is a lovely ally to plant, harvest or infuse when the sun or moon is in Leo as it is a ‘Lion-hearted’ herb. Recommend a tincture over tea due to the bitterness. Tea is optional in small amounts for intention setting - just don't make a lot.
See more of our favorites with Plant of The Week on IG @ecorestoreconsulting
Sources and Resources:
Coloring Book of Shadows (my favorite day planner)
The Moon Book by Sarah Gottesdiener
Time Passages app
We'moon 2023: An Astrological Moon Calendar
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Please join me in honoring the moon by accepting and celebrating what she has to offer. I look forward to learning more with all of you.
To regard this beautiful being in our solar system only as a resource, a trophy, a commodity to exploit for our benefit is beyond unfortunate and will only do us harm in the long run.
Moon Phases and their associations.
There are four primary phases, in some resources you may see as many as 9. Here I am introducing the most commonly seen. Please note this list of associations or attributes is not exhaustive, only a foundation to get us started on this journey together. Remember these apply to all aspects of life not just in the landscape.
New - Set New Intentions, Start Projects, Renew and Regenerate
First Quarter - Take Action, Increase Energy, Let things In
Full - Culmination, Complete and Fulfill
Last Quarter - Banishing, Let things Go
In addition to the phases there are periods of transition.
Waxing is the time between new & full; the first quarter
Waning is the time between full & new; the last quarter
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