You work 40 hours a week, have commitments every Monday and Thursday evening, and a family to attend to every day of the week. Is it possible to follow the rules for lunar gardening when you're limited to weekend gardening? YES! . The first and most important idea behind lunar gardening is to use the … Continue reading The Moon and the Weekend Gardener
I made my first real trek back into the garden yesterday. By real, I mean that I put something in the ground. I bought some basil, parsley, swiss chard, and arugula, and set them out while the Moon was in very fertile 1st Quarter Cancer. Swiss chard is delicious and also makes a beautiful ornamental. … Continue reading Back in the Game…errr…Garden
Aquarius is considered the rebel or eccentric of the zodiac and would be hard-pressed to fit into someone else's mode or style. Since freedom and experimentation are two Aquarian traits, this is the time of year when you when you can throw caution to the wind and do what feels good and makes you happy. … Continue reading Decorating Tips for Aquarius
I saw this on Pinterest today and had to share it because it's such a good idea. It originally appeared on the Home Made Simple site in the Nine Uses for Newspaper article. Instructions can be found here.
Every year, Pantone picks a color of the year. This year they've given their nod of approval to Emerald. That has to put a smile on every gardener's face. Green is a color belonging to all the earth signs, but especially to Taurus. Shades from grass and pine to medium and dark forest green have … Continue reading Emerald is Pantone’s Color of the Year
Here are some quick tips to add a little Capricorn to your environment. While everyone can enjoy them while the Sun is in Capricorn (December 20-January 20), they are suited for native Capricorns all year long. Things that are highlighted are naturally associated with the sign. Change out throw pillows, sofa throws, and candles to … Continue reading Decorating Tips for Capricorn
Times noted are EDT. In the garden this week: Best planting times for biennials are during Pisces and Taurus. Save annuals for after the New Moon. Best Days for pest control and general maintenance are during Aries. All days are good for pruning. Moon in PISCES on Monday and most of Tuesday is the best … Continue reading Lunar Home and Garden Tips for May 14-20, 2012
. Times noted are EDT. I’m making a slight adjustment to the weekly calendar, starting it on Monday now. That gives weekend gardeners all the lunar info you need in one post. I’m playing a little catch-up with this post by including the weekend of May 5-6th. We awake to the Moon in Scorpio on … Continue reading Lunar Gardening Tips for May 5-13, 2012
The effects of color on our psyche and mood is well documented. Perhaps there’s a clue or two about how using these colors in your home or clothing can help integrate the qualities of each sign. The main colors associated with Virgo are classic navy blue (indigo) and gray. These colors are mature and conservative, … Continue reading Home and Self-Care Tips for Virgo ~ Color
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