Simple Guide to Planting by the Moon
Is planting by the moon helpful, or is it just a superstition? Read on to find out more about moon phases and planting!
Don’t worry; you won’t have to plant at night in the dark! 😊
The moon affects ocean tides, which makes some people wonder if it also influences plant growth.
Since the moon’s gravitational pull impacts the oceans twice a day, it’s possible that it might affect plants too.
Even if there’s no solid scientific proof, many gardeners find this idea intriguing.
Additionally, using the moon’s phases to plan planting can help you organize your schedule!
TABLE of CONTENTS for PLANTING BY THE MOON:
- MOON PHASES for PLANTING
- SIMPLE DEFINITIONS on PLANTING in LUNAR PHASES
- HOW THE DATE for EASTER is DETERMINED
- WAXING MOON PHASE for PLANTING VEGETABLES
- WANING MOON PHASE for PLANTING VEGETABLES
- NEW MOON and FULL MOON PLANTINGS
- IF YOU ARE STILL DOUBTFUL…..take a look here!
1. PLANTING with THE PHASES of the MOON:
- NEW MOON to FULL MOON -WAXING
- FULL MOON to NEW MOON – WANING
2. SIMPLE DEFINITION on MOON PHASES:
To start, here’s a simple guide to planting by the moon’s light and dark:
- Plants that bear their fruits or vegetables above ground are planted on the light of the moon during the waxing of the moon.
- The waxing phase is the increasing brightness of the moon. Think of it as if you are making a new candle and adding wax to increase the candle’s size.
- Plants that bear their fruits or vegetables under the ground are planted on the dark of the moon during the waning of the moon. (the only underground “fruit” is the peanut.)
- The waning phase is the decreasing brightness of the moon as it is less bright going to a new moon.
3. EASTER DATES:
Easter’s date changes every year. I find this interesting because Christmas always falls on December 25th.
Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday after the first full moon following the first day of spring. You can learn more about how to calculate Easter Sunday each year.
Read more about calculating the date for Easter Sunday each year.
4. WAXING MOON:
A waxing moon is the period from the new moon to the full moon.
You should plant all vegetables that grow above ground from the new moon to the full moon. This time is known as the Light of the Moon because the moon is getting brighter.
During the waxing moon, transplant and plant all above-ground vegetables, such as:
- Peas
- Beans
- Tomatoes
- Corn
- Lettuces
- Spinach
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Peppers
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini Squash
- Pumpkins
- All Squash
- Mustard Green
5. WANING MOON:
The waning moon is the time between the full moon and the new moon. During this period, which is called the Dark of the Moon, plant all vegetables that grow underground.
Here are some underground vegetables to plant during the waning moon:
6. NEW MOONS and FULL MOONS:
The dates for NEW MOONS and FULL MOONS are very important because you can plant everything on these two days each month.
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7. IF YOU ARE STILL DOUBTFUL on Planting with the Moon:
Some theories about planting by the moon seem reasonable, even if there isn’t much scientific proof.
If you’re unsure about planting by the moon, consider using its phases as a schedule or guide.
Planning your garden can feel overwhelming when you think about when to plant everything.
Take your Garden Planner & Scheduler and simply divide the month into 2-week sections. Pencil in the cold- and cool-weather crops that need to go in early, like peas, spinach, lettuces, and greens.
Take your Garden Planner & Scheduler and split the month into 2-week sections. Write in the cold- and cool-weather crops that should be planted early, such as peas, spinach, lettuces, and greens.
Schedule the cool-weather crops first, then wait to plant your underground vegetables next. The underground ones would be carrots, radishes, potatoes, turnips, beets, onions, and shallots.
Garlic should be planted in the late fall, but if you did not get your garlic planted then plant in the spring so you have a crop.
Here is an interesting article on the subject:
Planting by the Moon: Bright Idea or Lunacy?
No matter how you schedule planting your garden, you need a Gardener’s Record Book!
In Conclusion:
A Simple Guide to Planting by the Moon can help you plan your garden. You can also use your Garden Diary or Journal to find the best planting dates for you!
