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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?
Waning Moon in Cancer
Rebalancing the Scales
When the moon is in Caner we connect with our emotions. Take care not to get defensive or overwhelmed, particularly Cancerians. Spend time on or near the water to heal and refresh.
The half moon leaves Cancer and enters Libra where we can "rebalance the scales". Some suggest setting down things that may too heavy to carry this week and come back to it later.
How can this apply to the garden?
If you did not get to all of your goals or projects allow yourself to just jot down what you did, and what you would like to do in the next season. Begin to put the garden to rest without feeling like you did not get to everything.
Moon Garden Plant(s) of the Month
Borage (Borago officinalis) - An annual that keeps giving; borage is a wonderful pollinator plant for honey and bumblebees that can last into early fall. Cut back (or eat) flowers if you do not want it to spread by seed.
It makes a lovely addition to flower or veggie beds with their long lasting blooms and provides benefits of companion planting for tomatoes and squash.
Enjoy the vibrant blue flowers in a salad or in sparkling water.
See more of our favorites with Plant of The Week on IG @ecorestoreconsulting
Sources and Resources:
Coloring Book of Shadows
The Moon Book by Sarah Gottesdiener
Time Passages app
We'moon 2023: An Astrological Moon Calendar
Astrology for the Week Ahead podcast - Chani Nicholas
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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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