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.

• Saturday-Tuesday  Moon in the sign of Gemini -
  • You add a personal touch to wreaths and garlands by using the berries from Nandinas, Indian Hawthorn, Pyracantha, or rose hips found in your backyard. They're kept fresh by applying Wilt Stop.

Later in the Week

• You should check all plants under a covering or the eves for water. Our first frost warning is due anytime from now.

Other Things To-do

• Finally, to prevent Poinsettia leaves from turning yellow, curling up, and dropping off, place them in a room where the temperature is below seventy degrees. Also, avoid areas where there is a draft created from opening and closing doors.