Gardening by the Moon

The Moon is quite a site to behold. To many gardeners, it is also a guide and a clock, providing guidance on when to plant, till, weed, and harvest. Gardening by the Moon is based on the idea that the Lunar Cycles impact a plant's well-being. Quickly we will cover the differences between a Waxing and Waning Moon; New and Full Moon. And what to do with this information, if you're interested in trying Gardening by the Moon for yourself! Image Provided by Vecteezy https://www.vecteezy.com/free-vector/moon-phase

Waxing vs. Waning Moon

The Moon is WAXING (or getting bigger) from the time it is a New Moon until the point when it becomes a Full Moon. The Moon is WANING (or getting smaller) from the time it is a Full Moon until the point when it becomes a New Moon. Guide to Remember: It is shaped like a 'D' when it is Waxing because a Dog comes waxing. It is shaped like a 'C' when it is Waning because a Cat goes away waning.

What to do with this information?

Plant crops and flowers that grow above ground during the waxing of the moon. Examples are: tomatoes, peppers, corn. Plant crops and flowers that grow primarily below the ground during the waning of the moon. Examples are: onions and potatoes.