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Post by Indilwen on Jun 23, 2011 16:06:49 GMT 12
Moon Phases Identifying the moon's stages is crucial for lunar herb planting. The moon revolves around the earth, the earth revolves around the sun; the various positions cause the moon's lighting to move in phases from 0% lighting to 100% lighting. According to Home Herb Garden, plant all herbal plants by the moon, and most importantly, harvest them by the moon.
New Moon Phase This is the best time to begin planting favorite herbs.
First Quarter Phase The first quarter of the moon, the fertile sign, is the time to plant seeds and fast-growing annual herbs.
Full Moon Phase This is the best time to sprout seeds for eating. Medicinal herbs and plants are extremely powerful when picked during this time.
Last Quarter Phase This is an infertile phase and the best time to cultivate and apply organic fertilizer to the soil. Pulled weeds have no sprouting strength
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