A reprint of the article "Planting By Moon Signs" from the book "2009 Moon Sign Book" is presented. It provides an astrological guide for planting according to signs of the moon in Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces. The...
Timing planting according to moon, sun and zodiacal cycles is a very old tradition. Farmers and gardeners have consulted mysterious almanacs for thousands of years to determine the best times to plant. There’s even some, mentioned in the Foxfire books, that are still around: theFarmer’s Alma...
Gardening by the Moon (according to thephases of the Moon) is an ancient concept anda fundamental part of theFarmers’ Almanacphilosophy.Our print editions always include a Planting Calendar that uses phases and position of the Moon to predict the best times to perform specific gardening tasks. ...
It's important to protect the young tree from pests and diseases Inspect it regularly for any signs of infestation or infection and take appropriate measures promptly You can use natural pest control methods or, if necessary, apply pesticides according to the instructions Another aspect to consider...
Moon Phases and Zodiac Signs Since the moon passes through the signs of the zodiac it is only natural to conclude that they also affect plants. This belief is more fine tuned and takes both systems into account to decide the right time to plant and harvest. Sidereal vs Tropical Moon Signs...
Browse through this overview of the major threats to spot early warning signs and implement timely control measures for protecting your crops. Major pests and diseases of chickpea Pest/DiseaseSymptomsControl measures Aphids Yellowing and curled leaves; sticky honeydew on leaves; stunted plant growth;...
So how do you know if your succulents are getting the right amount of water? The condition of their leaves is the best indicator. If your succulents are thirsty, the leaves will look shriveled and lackluster with no shine. The signs of overwatering include stem or root-rot and mushy or ...
In northern zones,expose the plant to the first deep freeze (this helps with dormancy). Put it in a dark, unheated room, basement, or garage. Water occasionally, only enough to moisten the soil. Bring the plant outdoors when it shows signs of coming back to life. Plant when the soil ...
According to the ancient practice ofphenology, when peonies blossom, it is safe to plant heat-loving melons, such ascantaloupe. Peony petals are edible. Add to summer salads or use as garnish for lemonade and iced tea.Read more about edible flowers!
When to Plant Onions In spring, plantonion sets outdoorsas soon as the ground can be worked, usually in late March or April, when temperatures are no longer likely to dip below 28°F (-2°C). In spring, startonion seedsindoorsfor about 6 weeks before transplanting to the ground (once...