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Every early culture known throughout the world knew and apply the benefits of planting with the phases of the moon.

Planting according to moon phase is now considered by some as folly (if you'll pardon the pun) and by others as an integral part of its strategy of organic gardening. I personally believe in giving each plant in the best possible chance of becoming a strong and healthy model.

So, if we believe that the moon influences the behavior of water on earth, then it is reasonable to think that affects soil and plant tissue. After all, the gravitational pull of the moon causes the tides to ebb and flow twice a day – an incredible influence.

Although there are many systems that have been thoroughly tested and registered, I think the results may vary climatic conditions and soil type. The effects of planting of the moon are almost nonexistent in the soil where chemical fertilizers and pesticides in use.

Working with the appropriate phase of the moon to every aspect of planting, cultivating and harvesting can increase quality along with the amount of performance.
The actual days of the full moon and new (or Dark) Moon is best avoided. Try these suggestions and keep notes of their findings in his diary of the garden.

– From new moon for the first quarter – at the moment there is greater upward pull by the moon – is a good time to plant leaf-producing crops such as lettuce, cabbage, spinach, Chinese greens, etc. as well as annual flowers

– From the first quarter to full moon – this is when you can concentrate on the growth above ground, type of fruiting plants such as tomatoes, cucumbers, melons, vegetables, etc.

– From full moon to the last quarter – now it's time to focus on root crops such as radish, carrots, potatoes, etc., as well as light bulbs, biennials and perennials

– In the last quarter through the new moon – not plant! You can take the week off or spend time weeding, cleaning and mulching.

Another very simple and easy to remember the rule for planting with moon phases is:
to plant crops that produce above ground during the increasing light of the moon (new moon and full moon) and to plant crops that produce below the ground during the fall of the moonlight (full moon to new moon).

I think it's worth a walk in your garden. All that is going to increase performance is worth trying – especially when it is free. Good luck.

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Is it still possible for me to break free of plant pests, if I go to organic gardening?

One thing that could do is try to increase the amount of "good" pests, for example. ladybugs, which feed on pesky pests. There are some very good books on the market in the time. Why not try the local farmers and producers, they helped me.

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