It’s nearly been two weeks since the new moon and hopefully you’ve been able to show your seeds some love and attention (keeping them well hydrated with plenty of light). Although the tiny little green buds may not have broken the surface yet, the moon has still been doing its bit in helping your plantsContinue reading “Waxing Moon”
Category Archives: Gardening
Gardening by the Moon
Today is a New Moon in Pisces and a wonderful time to talk plants and the mystery of how the moon influences their growth. In fact it’s hard to look at gardening or nature without discussing the moon. After all the one essential part that ties seasons; cycles and rhythm all together is the moon.Continue reading “Gardening by the Moon”
All Hallows
This year I anticipated All Hallows as much as my daughters wanted candy. Sweeping my altar; lighting candles; sourcing rare photos of my passed on elders; making tea and playing the music they would have listened to: brought them closer than ever. Perhaps it’s because I have gone deep into their realm of plant healing,Continue reading “All Hallows”
Transplanting
It’s the last week of October and with that means: time to get direct fall seeds in the ground and rehome any plants that need it. And that’s exactly what I did this past weekend. The Midwest and especially Indiana is known for it’s chopping and changing weather, so if there’s a clear window youContinue reading “Transplanting”
Homegrown
One of the best pieces of advice I’ve received on this journey is from my instructor at Wild Persimmon School of Wellness, Greg Monzel, “grow your own medicine garden/herbs.” Simple as it may sound it is taking a lot of planning and deep thought, especially as I am trying to encourage native and companion plantsContinue reading “Homegrown”
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