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Lunar Influence on Gardening

October 28, 2026 by Carol O

Have you ever considered the role of the moon in plant growth? Historically, many agricultural and gardening practices were planned based on the lunar cycle. Before the invention of the various time tracking technology we are indulged with today, the phases of the moon were an important aspect of time keeping. Ancient peoples around the globe carefully tracked the moon and other celestial bodies to understand seasonal timing and to plan various activities of daily life. Continued:

Plant in front of the moon

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Filed Under: From The Ground Up, Gardening Methods Tagged With: Lunar gardening

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