The constellation between the earth and the moon not only influences the ebb and flow, but also many other human and natural sensitivities. Although there is still no strictly scientific evidence, the experience of many hobby gardeners shows that weeding according to the lunar calendar is particularly effective.
Stubborn weeds should be hoed when the moon is fair
Gardening by the moon
If you follow the lunar calendar when gardening, you are working in harmony with nature. The knowledge of the power of our cosmic neighbor is ancient, even our ancestors used the position of the moon as a basis for many of their works. Even if you, as a "moon gardener", risk the occasional sneer: It's worth a try, because you'll be rewarded with better success in weed control, higher crop yields and more splendid flowering plants.
The phases of the moon
The moon goes through four phases over a period of 28 days:
- new moon or half moon
- increasing Moon
- full moon
- waning moon.
In addition, a distinction is made between two moon positions, the ascending and descending moon.
Furthermore, the course of the moon in the annual circle is divided into twelve signs of the zodiac, which are assigned to the elements fire, water, air and earth.
When is the right time to pull weeds?
As the moon wanes, water and nutrients retreat to the lower parts of the plant. If you choose the time just before the moon reaches its lowest point, weeds will grow back noticeably more slowly.
You should weed particularly stubborn weeds during the waning moon, preferably in the zodiac sign of Capricorn. Supported by the moon, you can confidently do without chemicals when destroying weeds.
tips
You can download lunar calendars from various providers on the Internet. Symbols indicate which tasks should be completed on the respective day. So you can not only see from the lunar calendar when you should ideally weed, but also when you should plant flowering plants, harvest vegetables or water the garden in harmony with nature.