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: 2nd quarter Begins on Sunday, September 16
• Saturday-Sunday: Moon in the sign of Sagittarius - 
  • Now is the time to remove all the spent Lily of the Nile blossoms. The stalks should be cut off at the ground. I would remove all of the old blossoms of any and all perennials. With Mexican Evening Primrose and Penstemons, prune them off at the ground and don't worry, they will grow back.

Later in the Week

• Now is the time to seal brick, cement, other masonry surfaces and wood that develop moss during the rainy season. A sealer prevents the moss roots from growing into the material and thus make the surface easy to clean up with a rag.
• Make your tulip bulb selection early as the bulbs need to be refrigerated four to six weeks before planting. It’s not too late plant in November and don't forget to top dress the area with Pansies, Violas or other seasonal color.

Other Things To-do

• You should prune back and feed your roses for one last flowering cycle this year. Pruned back now, the bushes should be able to provide cut flowers for the holidays.