Consideration
of the rhythms of the Moon has
been part of the planting and growing process of
most early cultures throughout the world. The Moon
does not only affect the large masses of water such
as oceans (tides) and rivers but also asserts an
influence on very small bodies of liquid as can be
found in plants (sap). When water is rising during
the Waxing Moon, seeds sown and crops planted can
more easily take up liquids than those sown in the
waning phase. This is one of the first rhythms the
knowledgeable gardener learns to work with to
enhance plant vitality.
The Moon has three significant rhythms that relate to three methods of Moon planting explained in this Guide. Each method can be practised singly or in combination with the others.
The Moon Phase Methods is best know. The 28 day cycle of the Ascending and Descending Moon is less known but also plays an important part in lunar planting. Yet another method is the ‘Moon in Zodiac’ rhythm. Every two to three days the Moon moves in front of one of the star constellations known as the Sidereal Zodiac.
Since very ancient times the Zodiac constellations have been associated with the elements of Fire, Air, Water and Earth. Each element in turn relates to specific plant parts.
These Moon effects have been substantially researched. Especially well known is the work of Maria Thun in this regard.
The Moon has three significant rhythms that relate to three methods of Moon planting explained in this Guide. Each method can be practised singly or in combination with the others.
The Moon Phase Methods is best know. The 28 day cycle of the Ascending and Descending Moon is less known but also plays an important part in lunar planting. Yet another method is the ‘Moon in Zodiac’ rhythm. Every two to three days the Moon moves in front of one of the star constellations known as the Sidereal Zodiac.
Since very ancient times the Zodiac constellations have been associated with the elements of Fire, Air, Water and Earth. Each element in turn relates to specific plant parts.
These Moon effects have been substantially researched. Especially well known is the work of Maria Thun in this regard.
The
MOON
PLANTING GUIDE FOR GARDENERS
delivers all the information necessary for successful Moon related planting and gardening. Click on the button below to see more about this useful publication.
delivers all the information necessary for successful Moon related planting and gardening. Click on the button below to see more about this useful publication.
