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.
- The rainy season starts this weekend as two major storms approach. It also marks the end of “In-Ground Planting Season,” as the soil will be too muddy to plant in.
- Lunar Phase: Waxing Half Begins on Tuesday, November 17.
- Saturday-Thursday: Moon in the sign of Aquarius/Capricorn - Plant seasonal color
- Exposure is not a concern for Pansies, Violas, and other seasonal color during the winter months. However, spacing is the critical issue. Plant the new plants close together, as you will see little growth until February.
- Flowering Cabbage and Kale are now available for planting. Besides their color, they’re edible and make an excellent garnish or a colorful addition to salads. Pick the first leaves at the bottom of the plant.
Later in the Week
- Ornamental Peppers are available for seasonal color. They stay compact and grow to 10-20 inches. The non-edible fruits may be red, orange, yellow, purple, or white. As they ripen and change color, several colors can appear on one plant at once.
Other Things To-do
- With the start of the rainy season, we should knock down any watering basins around trees and shrubs. The water should flow away from the crown of the plant as quickly as possible.
- Finally, as the days get shorter, it’s time to lower the height of your lawn mower.