Rosemary, an herb of the Sun, is a culinary herb used regularly by people all over the world. Culpepper says, "It helps a weak memory, and quickens the senses." Plant rosemary in the waning Moon phase during a fertile sign. I've dealt with migraines for as long as I can remember. They used to last three … Continue reading Rosemary and Migraines
Here in the U.S., the Harvest Moon marks the season to begin transplanting our perennials and planting new bulbs. You may have already seen some spring bulbs at garden stores. It's a great time to set out daffodils, dutch irises, hyacinths, and tulips. Winters are too warm in the south for tulips, but they can … Continue reading Transplant Perennials after the Harvest Moon
March 29, 9:55pm ~ April 1, 1:20am This is a mixed period for the Aries Moon. It is waning through the 30th, New at exactly 2:48pm on the 30th, and is waxing from that moment until 1:20am on April 1st. Check your mood on Aries days. I find I get a little cranky sometimes. Knowing … Continue reading Moon in Aries
Pisces days, in general, have a sensitive, ethereal feel to them. Overall, Pisces days are good for spending some time in solitude. Finding some alone time just might help you process the feelings or vibes you've picked up while engaging in your everyday activities. During waning Pisces, look for a way to let go of … Continue reading Waning Moon in Pisces
We're in the waning phase, which is the time of release after the Full Moon. In the home and for our self, it's time to detox and eliminate. The skin and bones are the parts of the body associated with Capricorn, making this the right time for a good exfoliating or cleansing facial. Capricorn is … Continue reading Waning Moon in Capricorn
Here in Zone 8 the weather has started to cool a bit making it the best time to plant pansies. Plant too early, and the pansies have a hard time adapting. Here are the best days for October plantings during the waxing phase: 5-6 ~ The Moon in Libra makes it an auspicious time to … Continue reading Pansy Planting Time
How's your garden growing? Here in middle Georgia, it's very bizarre. We should be scalding hot with a need to water every single day. Most days in my area are in the mid-80's and I can't remember the last time I had to pull the hose out to water my garden. It has been so … Continue reading Gardening Calendar for August
Remember Dustin Hoffman with the clove oil in Marathon Man? Now there's a man with a tooth ache. My husband, Dave, has been having some tooth trouble recently. Trouble as in he shouts in pain when he puts food in his mouth. I mentioned to him that he might put some clove oil on it … Continue reading Oh, My Aching Tooth
My first abutilon entered my life last summer and I am madly, desperately in love with it. I've fallen head over heels for its sisters and cousins, too. There are about 150 different kinds and (I hope my husband isn't reading this) I want them all. My first one is like the orange one here, … Continue reading Abutilon ~ Flowering Maples
Lunar Home and Garden 