Did you know that the cycles of the moon and the zodiac can be a powerful tool to improve your success with all kinds of gardening tasks? In The Celestial Garden, long-time gardener and herbalist Jane Hawley Stevens explains how the movement of the moon through the constellations of the zodiac provides a detailed calendar of optimal times for planting, propagation, pruning and much, much more. The Celestial Garden introduces and explains all aspects of astrological gardening:What moon signs are, and why and how the phase of the moon affects plant growthHow to align the moon’s passage through the constellations of the zodiac with daily garden tasks and projectsSpecific tips and advice for the best activities to undertake during each of the moon’s phases:planting seeds, roots, and transplantspruning, weeding, propagation, harvesting,starting new garden projects or throwing garden parties. How to incorporate simple, seasonal rituals into your astrological gardening practiceHow to design a unique chakra gardenHow to apply what your astrological learnings beyond the garden to create a greater sense of flow and satisfaction in all aspects of your daily life Whether your passion is for for vegetables, fruits, herbs, or flowers, The Celestial Garden is packed full of exciting and original tips for gardeners of all levels looking to restore our elemental interconnection with Nature and the Earth. "[Stevens'] advice is plentiful . . [and her] horticultural degree underscore the science of her work."—Booklist“A unique and wonderful book, brimming with the knowledge and skills that arise from a lifetime in herbalism. . . Thank you, Jane!”—David Hoffmann, RH (AHG), fellow, National Institute of Medical Herbalists; principal scientist, Traditional Medicinals"In this easy-to-understand guidebook, Jane Hawley Stevens demystifies the moon and stars in relationship with nature and explains how you can use their powerful cycles to make your garden the most beautiful, bountiful, and happiest it can be."—Maria Rodale, author of Love, Nature, Magic Did you know that the cycles of the moon and the zodiac can be a powerful tool to improve your success with all kinds of gardening tasks? In The Celestial Garden, long-time gardener and herbalist Jane Hawley Stevens explains how the movement of the moon through the constellations of the zodiac provides a detailed calendar of optimal times for planting, propagation, pruning and much, much more. The Celestial Garden introduces and explains all aspects of astrological gardening:What moon signs are, and why and how the phase of the moon affects plant growthHow to align the moon’s passage through the constellations of the zodiac with daily garden tasks and projectsSpecific tips and advice for the best activities to undertake during each of the moon’s phases:planting seeds, roots, and transplantspruning, weeding, propagation, harvesting,starting new garden projects or throwing garden parties.How to incorporate simple, seasonal rituals into your astrological gardening practiceHow to design a unique chakra gardenHow to apply what your astrological learnings beyond the garden to create a greater sense of flow and satisfaction in all aspects of your daily life Whether your passion is for for vegetables, fruits, herbs, or flowers, The Celestial Garden is packed full of exciting and original tips for gardeners of all levels looking to restore our elemental interconnection with Nature and the Earth."[Stevens''] advice is plentiful . . [and her] horticultural degree underscore the science of her work."—Booklist“A unique and wonderful book, brimming with the knowledge and skills that arise from a lifetime in herbalism. . . Thank you, Jane!”—David Hoffmann, RH (AHG), fellow, National Institute of Medical Herbalists; principal scientist, Traditional Medicinals"In this easy-to-understand guidebook, Jane Hawley Stevens demystifies the moon and stars in relationship with nature and explains how you can use their powerful cycles to make your garden the most beautiful, bountiful, and happiest it can be."—Maria Rodale, author of Love, Nature, Magic
