Gardening by the Moon Weekend To-Do

An idea as old as agriculture, based both folklore and superstition but there are scientific ideas to back it up.

• Lunar Phase: Full Moon, Monday, August
• Saturday-Sunday: Moon in the sign of Capricorn/Aquarius -
  • Zinnias, Vinca Rosea, and Victorian Salvia are available for planting. These annuals bloom until early December or the first freezing night when planted.

Later in the Week

• Tuesday and Wednesday: Moon in the sign of Pisces - Plant for root growth
  • Ornamental grasses have many purposes. They can be used as fillers, borders, background plantings, or grown as container plants. But looks aren't everything; the gentle waving of the grasses and the accompanying sounds create a peaceful atmosphere within your garden.
• Thursday: Moon in the sign of Aries - Harvest
  • When harvesting Chile Peppers, wear gloves and cut the peppers from the plant with scissors.

Other Things To-do

• It's still okay to prune the late-season flowering shrubs. A good shaping will prevent them from growing out of control.
• It's not too early to prevent the annual fall visit from raccoons by apply.
• Beneficial Nematodes to turf and other areas that are perennial feeding grounds.