Gardening by the Phases of the Moon

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse
Start sowings of early plants
Check the temperature of the soil on the hotbed 13-16 degrees C should germinate almost anything.
Insulate with bubble wrap
Start cleaning out greenhouse
Stack washed pots
Start clearing out any debris to reduce the chance of disease
Keep ventilated


Fruit & Vegetable
Start Chitting your Potatoes
Cover crops with fleece to protect from frosts
Keep paths clear of weeds
Hoe in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


Flower garden
Sow early bedding plants in the greenhouse
Keep paths clear
Rake Lawn to remove Moss and thatch
Keep ponds clear from leaves
Clean and repair tools and machinery


Moon Planting
Friday 27/02/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers,

Saturday 28/02/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers,

Sunday 01/03/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac,


Monday 02/03/2009
First quarter
Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac,

Tuesday 03/03/2009
First quarter
Moon in Taurus: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Garlic, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Shallots, Spring Onions, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Broccoli,

Wednesday 04/03/2009
First quarter
Moon in Taurus: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Garlic, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Shallots, Spring Onions, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Broccoli,

Thursday 05/03/2009
First quarter
Moon in Gemini: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Broccoli, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Garlic, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Shallots, Spring Onions,

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse
Start sowings of early plants
Check the temperature of the soil on the hotbed 13-16 degrees C should germinate almost anything.
Insulate with bubble wrap
Start cleaning out greenhouse
Stack washed pots
Start clearing out any debris to reduce the chance of disease
Keep ventilated


Fruit & Vegetable
Start Chitting your Potatoes
Cover crops with fleece to protect from frosts
Keep paths clear of weeds
Hoe in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


Flower garden
Sow early bedding plants in the greenhouse
Keep paths clear
Rake Lawn to remove Moss and thatch
Keep ponds clear from leaves
Clean and repair tools and machinery


Moon Planting
Friday 13/03/2009
Waning gibbous
Moon in Virgo: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Broccoli, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes,

Saturday 14/03/2009
Waning gibbous
Moon in Libra: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Broccoli, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions,

Sunday 15/03/2009
Waning gibbous
Moon in Libra: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Broccoli, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions,


Monday 16/03/2009
Waning gibbous
Moon in Scorpio: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Spinach, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, Peas, Peppers, Tomatoes,

Tuesday 17/03/2009
Last quarter
Moon in Scorpio: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Spinach, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, Peas, Peppers, Tomatoes,

Wednesday 18/03/2009
Last quarter
Moon in Scorpio: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Spinach, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, Peas, Peppers, Tomatoes,

Thursday 19/03/2009
Last quarter
Moon in Sagittarius: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, Peas, Peppers, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Spinach,

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse
Start sowings of early plants
Prick out seedlings
Sow bedding plants
Keep ventilated


Fruit & Vegetable
Prepare ground for potatoes
Plant Jerusalem Artichokes
Cover crops with fleece to protect from frosts
Apply compost top cover
Hoe in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


Flower garden
Sow early bedding plants in the greenhouse
Create new beds
Sow hardy annuals
Prune Roses and climbers
Repair and sow new lawns
Plant shrubs and trees


Moon Planting
Friday 20/03/2009
Last quarter
Moon in Sagittarius: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, Peas, Peppers, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Spinach,

Saturday 21/03/2009
Waning crescent
Moon in Capricorn: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Broccoli, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes,

Sunday 22/03/2009
Waning crescent
Moon in Capricorn: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Broccoli, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes,


Monday 23/03/2009
Waning crescent
Moon in Capricorn: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Broccoli, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes,

Tuesday 24/03/2009
NEW
Moon in Aquarius: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Broccoli, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Wednesday 25/03/2009
NEW
Moon in Aquarius: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Broccoli, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Thursday 26/03/2009
NEW
Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Spinach, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, Peas, Peppers, Tomatoes, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse
Start sowings of early plants
Prick out seedlings
Sow bedding plants
Keep ventilated


Fruit & Vegetable
Prepare ground for potatoes
Plant Jerusalem Artichokes
Cover crops with fleece to protect from frosts
Apply compost top cover
Hoe in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


Flower garden
Sow early bedding plants in the greenhouse
Create new beds
Sow hardy annuals
Prune Roses and climbers
Repair and sow new lawns
Plant shrubs and trees


Moon Planting
Friday 27/03/2009
NEW
Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Spinach, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, Peas, Peppers, Tomatoes, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Saturday 28/03/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, Peas, Peppers, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Spinach,

Sunday 29/03/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, Peas, Peppers, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Spinach,


Monday 30/03/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, Peas, Peppers, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Spinach,

Tuesday 31/03/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Taurus: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Broccoli, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes,

Wednesday 01/04/2009
First quarter
Moon in Taurus: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Broccoli, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes,

Thursday 02/04/2009
First quarter
Moon in Gemini: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Broccoli, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, First Early Potatoes, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions,

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings and pot them up when large enough
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated


Fruit & Vegetable
Plant potatoes
Cover crops with fleece to protect from frosts
Apply compost top cover
Hoe in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


Flower garden
Deadhead Daffodils
Create new beds
Sow hardy annuals
Prune Roses and climbers
Repair and sow new lawns
Plant shrubs and trees


Moon Planting
Friday 03/04/2009
First quarter
Moon in Gemini: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips,

Saturday 04/04/2009
Waxing gibbous
Moon in Cancer: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes,

Sunday 05/04/2009
Waxing gibbous
Moon in Cancer: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes,


Monday 06/04/2009
Waxing gibbous
Moon in Leo: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard,

Tuesday 07/04/2009
Waxing gibbous
Moon in Leo: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard,

Wednesday 08/04/2009
FULL
Moon in Virgo: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

Thursday 09/04/2009
FULL
Moon in Virgo: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden

In the Greenhouse
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings and pot them up when large enough
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the early signs of pests


Fruit & Vegetables
Weed between the plants
Plant potatoes
Cover crops with fleece to protect from frosts
Apply compost top cover
Hoe in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


The Flower garden
Deadhead Daffodils
Create new beds
Sow hardy annuals
Prune Roses and climbers
Repair and sow new lawns
Plant shrubs and trees


Moon Planting
Friday 10/04/2009
FULL
Moon in Libra: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

Saturday 11/04/2009
FULL
Moon in Libra: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

Sunday 12/04/2009
Waning gibbous
Moon in Libra: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips,


Monday 13/04/2009
Waning gibbous
Moon in Scorpio: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes,

Tuesday 14/04/2009
Waning gibbous
Moon in Scorpio: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes,

Wednesday 15/04/2009
Last quarter
Moon in Sagittarius: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard,

Thursday 16/04/2009
Last quarter
Moon in Sagittarius: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard,

[Sunnygardener]

Thanks Dutchy, this is great as a reminder what to do. I have printed it out for me Mum.
sunny

[Dutchy]

You are welcome Sunny,
I keep placing this all year long (though at times I forget or am on hols ) and I know some use it as a reference for what to do just to keep on the path sort of.
I have so far not heard from anyone on wether or not it works as a way of growing better veg ;D
As a matter of fact my sown lettuce , done at the right time according to this, came up well and was consequently eaten completely by something springy and small.
Not sure if that was due to moon planting

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings and pot them up when large enough
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the early signs of pests

Fruit & Vegetables
Weed between the plants
Plant potatoes
Cover crops with fleece to protect from frosts
Apply compost top cover
Hoe in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


The Flower garden
Deadhead Daffodils
Create new beds
Sow hardy annuals
Prune Roses and climbers
Repair and sow new lawns
Plant shrubs and trees


Moon Planting
Friday 17/04/2009
Last quarter
Moon in Sagittarius: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard,

Saturday 18/04/2009
Last quarter
Moon in Capricorn: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood,

Sunday 19/04/2009
Waning crescent
Moon in Capricorn: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood,


Monday 20/04/2009
Waning crescent
Moon in Aquarius: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips,

Tuesday 21/04/2009
Waning crescent
Moon in Aquarius: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips,

Wednesday 22/04/2009
Waning crescent



Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes,

Thursday 23/04/2009
NEW
Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings to stop them getting 'Leggy'
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the early signs of pests


Fruit & Vegetables
Weed between the plants
Earth up early potatoes
Prepare supports for beans and peas
Apply compost top cover
Hoe in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


The Flower garden
Allocate a patch of garden for the growth of stinging nettles to attract beneficial insects
Deadhead Daffodils
Mow the lawn
Sow annuals
Plant shrubs and trees


Moon Planting

Friday 24/04/2009
NEW
Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Saturday 25/04/2009
NEW
Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Sunday 26/04/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard,


Monday 27/04/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Taurus: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood,

Tuesday 28/04/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Taurus: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood,

Wednesday 29/04/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Gemini: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips,

Thursday 30/04/2009
First quarter
Moon in Gemini: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips,

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings to stop them getting 'Leggy'
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the early signs of pests

Fruit & Vegetables
Weed between the plants
Earth up early potatoes
Prepare supports for beans and peas
Apply compost top cover
Hoe in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay

The Flower garden
Allocate a patch of garden for the growth of stinging nettles to attract beneficial insects
Deadhead Daffodils
Mow the lawn
Sow annuals
Plant shrubs and trees


Moon Planting
Friday 01/05/2009
First quarter
Moon in Cancer: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes,

Saturday 02/05/2009
First quarter
Moon in Cancer: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes,

Sunday 03/05/2009
First quarter
Moon in Leo: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard,


Monday 04/05/2009
Waxing gibbous
Moon in Leo: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celeriac, Celery, Dill, Kale, Lettuce, Rhubarb, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard,

Tuesday 05/05/2009
Waxing gibbous
Moon in Virgo: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood,

Wednesday 06/05/2009
Waxing gibbous
Moon in Virgo: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood,

Thursday 07/05/2009
Waxing gibbous
Moon in Virgo: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Leeks, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Shallots, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood,

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse
Plant Tomatoes into growbags
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings to stop them getting 'Leggy'
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the early signs of pests


Fruit & Vegetables
Pick Rhubarb
Pinch off Strawberry runners as they appear
Weed between the plants
Earth up early potatoes
Prepare supports for beans and peas
Apply compost top cover
Hoe in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


The Flower garden
Prepare beds for summer bedding
Allocate a patch of garden for the growth of stinging nettles to attract beneficial insects
Mow the lawn
Dig out weeds
Sow annuals
Plant shrubs and trees


Moon Planting
Friday 08/05/2009
FULL
Moon in Libra: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

Saturday 09/05/2009
FULL
Moon in Libra: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

Sunday 10/05/2009
FULL
Moon in Scorpio: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celery, Dill, Florence Fennel, Kale, Lettuce, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.


Monday 11/05/2009
Waning gibbous
Moon in Scorpio: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celery, Dill, Florence Fennel, Kale, Lettuce, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes,

Tuesday 12/05/2009
Waning gibbous
Moon in Scorpio: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celery, Dill, Florence Fennel, Kale, Lettuce, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes,

Wednesday 13/05/2009
Waning gibbous
Moon in Sagittarius: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celery, Dill, Florence Fennel, Kale, Lettuce, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard,

Thursday 14/05/2009
Waning gibbous
Moon in Sagittarius: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celery, Dill, Florence Fennel, Kale, Lettuce, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard,

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse
Plant Tomatoes into growbags
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings to stop them getting 'Leggy'
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the early signs of pests


Fruit & Vegetables
Pick Rhubarb
Pinch off Strawberry runners as they appear
Weed between the plants
Earth up early potatoes
Prepare supports for beans and peas
Apply compost top cover
Hoe in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


The Flower garden
Prepare beds for summer bedding
Allocate a patch of garden for the growth of stinging nettles to attract beneficial insects
Mow the lawn
Dig out weeds
Sow annuals
Plant shrubs and trees


Moon Planting
Friday 15/05/2009
Last quarter
Moon in Capricorn: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood,

Saturday 16/05/2009
Last quarter
Moon in Capricorn: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood,

Sunday 17/05/2009
Last quarter
Moon in Capricorn: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood,


Monday 18/05/2009
Last quarter
Moon in Aquarius: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips,

Tuesday 19/05/2009
Waning crescent
Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celery, Dill, Florence Fennel, Kale, Lettuce, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes,

Wednesday 20/05/2009
Waning crescent
Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celery, Dill, Florence Fennel, Kale, Lettuce, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes,

Thursday 21/05/2009
Waning crescent
Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celery, Dill, Florence Fennel, Kale, Lettuce, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes

[Rosefriend]

I don't know about other people but I enjoy reading this every Friday. It also saves me writing a list of the jobs I forget have to do...

Thanks Dutchy.

RF

[Dutchy]

You are welcome.
It arrives per mail and I simply cut and paste so it is not too hard a job to place on here.
I use it as a reminder too but admit to not sticking to the moon sowing/planting. If things need to be done they get done moon or no moon

[carolann]

I sowed some Lettuce a few weeks back and when I looked it was the wrong time of the month ;D but I did sow some of the same kind at the right time and all of them have come up so it works for me. I do try and stick to the sowing guide as I get better results.

[Dutchy]

Wow Carolann you are the first to tell me it does work.
I stick to it for reasons of not overdoing myself, taking things at their time, and all.
I don't know if things do better or worse. With me failure is mostly down to slugs and bugs. (ormeoverwateringsheadmittedsmiley)
I mostly get everything going ( except Cleome ) on the windowsill indoors and this time of year in little plug pots outside. Keeping them safe from s&b being the foremost concern.
Nice to know that it does work.

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse

Plant Tomatoes into growbags
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings to stop them getting 'Leggy'
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the early signs of pests


Fruit & Vegetables

Pick Rhubarb
Pinch off Strawberry runners as they appear
Weed between the plants
Earth up early potatoes
Prepare supports for beans and peas
Apply compost top cover
Hoe in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


The Flower garden

Prepare beds for summer bedding
Allocate a patch of garden for the growth of stinging nettles to attract beneficial insects
Mow the lawn
Dig out weeds
Sow annuals
Plant shrubs and trees


Moon Planting
Friday 22/05/2009
NEW
Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celery, Dill, Florence Fennel, Kale, Lettuce, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Saturday 23/05/2009
NEW
Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celery, Dill, Florence Fennel, Kale, Lettuce, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Sunday 24/05/2009
NEW
Moon in Taurus: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.


Monday 25/05/2009
NEW
Moon in Taurus: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Tuesday 26/05/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Gemini: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips,

Wednesday 27/05/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Gemini: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Broccoli, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Globe Artichokes, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Asparagus, Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Horseradish, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Onions, Parsnips, Potatoes, Radish, Salsify, Scorzonera, Second Early Potatoes, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips,

Thursday 28/05/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Cancer: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbages, Celery, Dill, Florence Fennel, Kale, Lettuce, Seakale, Spinach, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Aubergines (Eggplant), Broad Beans (Fava), Cucumbers, French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Peppers, Pumpkins, Runner Beans, Squashes, Sweetcorn, Tomatoes,

[Dutchy]

Oh dear just noticed I forgot posting the moon calendar.

Here is the rest of this week.

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse
In very hot weather apply a window wash to reduce the direct sun
Pinch out side shoots of Tomatoes & tie them up
Tie up Cucumbers
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings to stop them getting 'Leggy'
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the early signs of pests


Fruit & Vegetables
Check for Caterpillars
If you haven't already done so protect fruit bushes from birds with netting
Pick Rhubarb
Pinch off Strawberry runners as they appear
Weed between the plants
Earth up early Potatoes
Pinch out beans when they get to the top of their supports
Apply compost top cover
Hoe and then water in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


The Flower garden
Weed and mulch where needed
Allocate a patch of garden for the growth of stinging nettles to attract beneficial insects
Mow the lawn
Dig out weeds
Sow annuals


Moon Planting


Monday 22/06/2009
NEW
Moon in Taurus: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Onions, Radish, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Angelica, Borage, Calabrese, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Wormwood, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Tuesday 23/06/2009
NEW
Moon in Gemini: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Calabrese, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Onions, Radish, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Wednesday 24/06/2009
NEW
Moon in Gemini: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Angelica, Borage, Calabrese, Caraway, Cauliflowers, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Chives, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Onions, Radish, Spring Onions, Swedes, Turnips, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Thursday 25/06/2009
Waxing crescent
Moon in Cancer: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Dill, Florence Fennel, Kale, Lettuce, Seakale, Swiss Chard, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), French Beans, Marrows and Courgettes, Peas, Runner Beans,

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse
In very hot weather apply a window wash to reduce the direct sun
Remove the lower leaves on Tomatoes and pinch out side shoots
Tie up Cucumbers
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings to stop them getting 'Leggy'
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the early signs of pests


Fruit & Vegetables
Water squashes
Clear Broad Beans
Prepare ground for Winter Leeks
Check for Caterpillars
If you haven't already done so protect fruit bushes from birds with netting
Pinch off Strawberry runners as they appear
Weed between the plants
Earth up early Potatoes
Pinch out beans when they get to the top of their supports
Apply compost top cover
Hoe and then water in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


The Flower garden
Weed and mulch where needed
Allocate a patch of garden for the growth of stinging nettles to attract beneficial insects
Mow the lawn
Dig out weeds
Sow annuals


Moon Planting
Friday 03/07/2009
Waxing gibbous
Moon in Libra: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Calabrese, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips,

Saturday 04/07/2009
Waxing gibbous
Moon in Scorpio: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas,

Sunday 05/07/2009
Waxing gibbous
Moon in Scorpio: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas,


Monday 06/07/2009
FULL
Moon in Sagittarius: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

Tuesday 07/07/2009
FULL
Moon in Sagittarius: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

Wednesday 08/07/2009
FULL
Moon in Sagittarius: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

Thursday 09/07/2009
Waning gibbous
Moon in Capricorn: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Calabrese, Wormwood,

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse



In very hot weather apply a window wash to reduce the direct sun
Remove the lower leaves on Tomatoes and pinch out side shoots
Tie up Cucumbers
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings to stop them getting 'Leggy'
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the early signs of pests


Fruit & Vegetables



Water squashes
Clear Broad Beans
Prepare ground for Winter Leeks
Check for Caterpillars
If you haven't already done so protect fruit bushes from birds with netting
Pinch off Strawberry runners as they appear
Weed between the plants
Earth up early Potatoes
Pinch out beans when they get to the top of their supports
Apply compost top cover
Hoe and then water in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


The Flower garden



Weed and mulch where needed
Allocate a patch of garden for the growth of stinging nettles to attract beneficial insects
Mow the lawn
Dig out weeds
Sow annuals


Moon Planting
Friday 10/07/2009
Waning gibbous



Moon in Capricorn: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Calabrese, Wormwood,

Saturday 11/07/2009
Waning gibbous



Moon in Aquarius: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Calabrese, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips,

Sunday 12/07/2009
Waning gibbous



Moon in Aquarius: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Calabrese, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips,


Monday 13/07/2009
Last quarter



Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas,

Tuesday 14/07/2009
Last quarter



Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas,

Wednesday 15/07/2009
Last quarter



Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas,

Thursday 16/07/2009
Last quarter



Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce,

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse



In very hot weather apply a window wash to reduce the direct sun
Remove the lower leaves on Tomatoes and pinch out side shoots
Tie up Cucumbers
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings to stop them getting 'Leggy'
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the early signs of pests


Fruit & Vegetables



Water squashes
Clear Broad Beans
Prepare ground for Winter Leeks
Check for Caterpillars
If you haven't already done so protect fruit bushes from birds with netting
Pinch off Strawberry runners as they appear
Weed between the plants
Earth up early Potatoes
Pinch out beans when they get to the top of their supports
Apply compost top cover
Hoe and then water in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


The Flower garden



Weed and mulch where needed
Allocate a patch of garden for the growth of stinging nettles to attract beneficial insects
Mow the lawn
Dig out weeds
Sow annuals


Moon Planting
Friday 17/07/2009
Waning crescent



Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce,

Saturday 18/07/2009
Waning crescent



Moon in Taurus: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Calabrese, Wormwood,

Sunday 19/07/2009
Waning crescent



Moon in Taurus: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Calabrese, Wormwood,


Monday 20/07/2009
NEW



Moon in Gemini: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Calabrese, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Tuesday 21/07/2009
NEW



Moon in Gemini: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Calabrese, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Wednesday 22/07/2009
NEW



Moon in Cancer: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Thursday 23/07/2009
NEW



Moon in Cancer: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse



In very hot weather apply a window wash to reduce the direct sun
Remove the lower leaves on Tomatoes and pinch out side shoots
Tie up Cucumbers
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings to stop them getting 'Leggy'
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the early signs of pests


Fruit & Vegetables



Water squashes
Clear Broad Beans
Prepare ground for Winter Leeks
Check for Caterpillars
If you haven't already done so protect fruit bushes from birds with netting
Pinch off Strawberry runners as they appear
Weed between the plants
Earth up early Potatoes
Pinch out beans when they get to the top of their supports
Apply compost top cover
Hoe and then water in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


The Flower garden



Weed and mulch where needed
Allocate a patch of garden for the growth of stinging nettles to attract beneficial insects
Mow the lawn
Dig out weeds
Sow annuals


Moon Planting
Friday 21/07/2009
NEW



Moon in Gemini: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Calabrese, Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Saturday 22/07/2009
NEW



Moon in Cancer: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.

Sunday 23/07/2009
NEW



Moon in Cancer: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, Fruits Harvested now will store for longer.


Monday 24/07/2009
Waxing crescent



Moon in Leo: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce,

Tuesday 25/07/2009
Waxing crescent



Moon in Leo: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce,

Wednesday 26/07/2009
Waxing crescent



Moon in Virgo: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Calabrese, Wormwood,

Thursday 27/07/2009
Waxing crescent



Moon in Virgo: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Calabrese, Wormwood,

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse



In very hot weather apply a window wash to reduce the direct sun
Remove the lower leaves on Tomatoes and pinch out side shoots
Tie up Cucumbers
Sow seeds as they come into season
Prick out seedlings to stop them getting 'Leggy'
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the early signs of pests


Fruit & Vegetables



Water squashes
Clear Broad Beans
Prepare ground for Winter Leeks
Check for Caterpillars
If you haven't already done so protect fruit bushes from birds with netting
Pinch off Strawberry runners as they appear
Weed between the plants
Earth up early Potatoes
Pinch out beans when they get to the top of their supports
Apply compost top cover
Hoe and then water in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


The Flower garden



Weed and mulch where needed
Allocate a patch of garden for the growth of stinging nettles to attract beneficial insects
Mow the lawn
Dig out weeds
Sow annuals


Moon Planting
Friday 31/07/2009
Waxing gibbous



Moon in Scorpio: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas,

Saturday 01/08/2009
Waxing gibbous



Moon in Scorpio: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas,

Sunday 02/08/2009
Waxing gibbous



Moon in Sagittarius: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce,


Monday 03/08/2009
Waxing gibbous



Moon in Sagittarius: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce,

Tuesday 04/08/2009
FULL



Moon in Sagittarius: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like Broad Beans (Fava), Peas, but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

Wednesday 05/08/2009
FULL



Moon in Capricorn: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Calabrese, Wormwood, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

Thursday 06/08/2009
FULL



Moon in Capricorn: This is a Earth sign. It is a good time to sow Root plants like Beetroot, Carrots, Jerusalem Artichokes, Kohl Rabi, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips, but it would not be a good time to sow Flower plants like Calabrese, Wormwood, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

[Rosefriend]

Thanks Dutchy - I enjoy reading through this each week - it certainly reminds me of some of the jobs still left to do.

RF

[Dutchy]

So much to do so little time ;D
I do wonder if perhaps offering Paul the Gardener the possibility to post his pics and all version here would make my life easier ;D
But then that is not how things work with proboard I fear.
Never mind.

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse



In very hot weather apply a window wash to reduce the direct sun
Remove the lower leaves on Tomatoes and pinch out side shoots
Tie up Cucumbers
Sow seeds as they come into season
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the signs of pests


Fruit & Vegetables



Water squashes (If needed)
Check for Caterpillars
If you haven't already done so protect fruit bushes from birds with netting
Pinch off Strawberry runners as they appear
Weed between the plants
Dig up Potatoes
Harvest Beans
Apply compost top cover
Hoe and then water in dry weather
Tidy up your plot as crops have finished harvesting
Place netting over Brassicas to keep the pigeons at bay


The Flower garden



Weed and mulch where needed
Allocate a patch of garden for the growth of stinging nettles to attract beneficial insects
Mow the lawn
Dig out weeds
Sow annuals


Moon Planting
Friday 07/08/2009
FULL



Moon in Aquarius: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Jerusalem Artichokes, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

Saturday 08/08/2009
Waning gibbous



Moon in Aquarius: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Jerusalem Artichokes, Radish, Spring Onions, Turnips,

Sunday 09/08/2009
Waning gibbous



Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like


Monday 10/08/2009
Waning gibbous



Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like

Tuesday 11/08/2009
Waning gibbous



Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like

Wednesday 12/08/2009
Last quarter



Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce,

Thursday 13/08/2009
Last quarter



Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Basil, Cabbages, Chicory, Chinese Cabbage, Green Manure, Lettuce,

[Dutchy]

This week in the garden
In the Greenhouse



Buy winter bedding plants
Buy Hyacinths to plant for winter colour
Remove the lower leaves on Tomatoes and pinch out side shoots
Tie up Cucumbers
Water plants when required
Keep ventilated
Examine the underneath of leaves for the signs of pests


Fruit & Vegetables



Plant Garlic
Harvest Globe Artichokes
Cut off the out door Tomato trusses and ripen indoors
As crops are harvested prepare the ground for autumn/winter
Pick Beans
Check Sweet corn, when the tufts are brown they are ready to harvest.
Plant Leeks
Harvest Garlic, Onions and Shallots
Get Winter brassicas planted
Tidy up plot as crops have been harvested
Water squashes (If needed)
Check for Caterpillars
Weed between the plants
Dig up Potatoes
Order Onion and garlic for Autumn planting


The Flower garden



Collect seeds to propagate next year
Dead head Summer bedding plants
Take cuttings from shrubs but don't use flowering shoots
Weed and mulch where needed
Prune Wisteria
Mow the lawn
Dig out weeds


Moon Planting
Friday 04/09/2009
FULL



Moon in Aquarius: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Jerusalem Artichokes, Onions, Radish, Spring Onions, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

Saturday 05/09/2009
FULL



Moon in Aquarius: This is a Air sign. This is a good time to sow Flowering plants like Wormwood, but it would not be a good time to sow Rooting plants like Jerusalem Artichokes, Onions, Radish, Spring Onions, Fruits Harvested now should be eaten straight away.

Sunday 06/09/2009
Waning gibbous



Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like


Monday 07/09/2009
Waning gibbous



Moon in Pisces: This is a Water sign. It is a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Green Manure, Lettuce, but it would not be a good time to sow Fruiting plants like

Tuesday 08/09/2009
Waning gibbous



Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Green Manure, Lettuce,

Wednesday 09/09/2009
Waning gibbous



Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Green Manure, Lettuce,

Thursday 10/09/2009
Last quarter



Moon in Aries: This is a Fire sign. This is a good time to sow Fruiting plants like but it would not be a good time to sow Leaf plants like Cabbages, Green Manure, Lettuce,

[Deleted]

My neighbours and the farmers around me all use the moon calendar, in fact it is a way of life here. I follow the calendar on graines et plantes I do find that seeds planted at the appropriate time come through a lot quicker, than those planted out of the moon phase . My experiments are not scientific, indeed they are extremely amateur. The calendar on graines et plantes varies by a day from the moon calendar on the English site. Thank you Dutchy for your information I find it very useful, it jogs me into action.

Jeanne

[Dutchy]

Hi Jeanne you are welcome.
I get this calendar from an e-mail service I subscribe to. It is indeed an English version. I know a German magazine that has a slightly different version.
To be honest I try to stick to it as a sort of "don't over do it and this is the time to take action" but not as something which will help the plants grow.
Maybe things are slightly different in the Netherlands too.
No farmers with veg around here, just cows and other farm animals so no one uses the planting and sowing by the moon calendar.
I just continue posting the moon calendar every Friday as I get the mail.