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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?
First Full Moon of Spring April 5th (PST)
// Pink Moon // Awakening Moon // Breaking the Ice Moon //
The name Pink moon honors the many blossoms greeting our days, specifically pink moss phlox (or cherries here in Seattle) and often falls near Easter.
The Farmer’s Almanac suggests a full moon in April will bring frost, so keep an eye on the low temps for your new plantings in the garden.
This Awakening Moon is in Libra, an air sign - warming our hearts and drawing our attention to aesthetics of home and self.
Reflect on changes that have come to fruition since September 2022. As memories arise from that 6-month time period, let them drift to the surface and float away gently like a light and airy cloud.
How can this apply to the garden?
Begin to gently clean up the foliage, branches and leaves left through the winter. Use only hand tools and leave some cover as the ground nesting bees have yet to emerge.
Tidy up the tools, empty pots, shed and seating areas in anticipation of gathering with loved ones in your green-space
Give thanks to the soil for resting and replenishing to bring you another season of garden life
Moon Garden Plant of the Month
Dandelion (Taraxacum_officinale) is an excellent source of vitamin A, iron, and calcium and also contains various minerals and antioxidants. Dandelion root is good for fighting bloat and has historically been used as a coffee alternative.
Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) flowers and foliage are edible raw or cooked and have been used medicinally as an anti-fungal, digestive aid, and hormone-balancer!
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
Shop local, Shop small businesses!
While you are learning more about the moon’s seasons, energy, power and spirit I ask that each of you also consider how you can help protect her - right now (and for some time really) there has been an assault on the moon. 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.
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.
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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