Planting vegetables by the moon in December

According to the online Almanac, there are no vegetables to plant by the moon in December for Region 1 (which the Houston area falls into along with much of Zone 9).

I hope if you have things growing right now that they are doing well. Remember to help protect your plants from the really cold weather. You may have plants you can move into the house where it's warmer or you may have delicate plants in the ground outside that need covering. If you're unsure, look up information online about your specific plant. Enjoy the break from planting in December and check back next month for a few vegetables you can start to plant in January!

Planting vegetables by the moon in November

Are you a faithful gardener that plants by the moon or have you ever been curious about it and wanted to try it? Planting by the moon is a longtime Old Farmer's Almanac tradition. According to this practice, cycles of the Moon affect plant growth. Here's a list of dates (according to Almanac's website) that occur in November for planting by the moon's phases.

This one is for Region 1 (which the Houston area falls into along with much of Zone 9)

November 11-25, 2015 ... Wheat, winter (A) 
This is an above ground crops so the idea is to plant these during the light, or waxing, of the Moon: from the day the Moon is new to the day it is full.

Gather your supplies, order your seeds if you don't already have some on hand (winter wheat) and get ready to plant!

Tomorrow's Total Eclipse of the Moon

September 27, 2015: Total Eclipse of the Moon
This eclipse will be visible from North America. The eclipse will be best viewed from the eastern half of North America. The Moon will be rising during the eclipse for western regions. The Moon will enter the penumbra at 8:10 PM (EDT) and the umbra at 9:07 PM on September 27. Totality begins at 10:11 PM. The Moon will leave the umbra at 11:24 PM and the penumbra at 1:24 AM on September 28. (information is from Almanac's website)

Tomorrow's Partial Eclipse of the Sun

September 13, 2015: Partial Eclipse of the Sun
This partial eclipse will not be visible from North America but will be visible from parts of southern Africa, the southern half of Madagascar, the southern Indian Ocean, and the eastern part of Antarctica. (information is from Almanac's website)

Planting vegetables by the moon in September

Are you a faithful gardener that plants by the moon or have you ever been curious about it and wanted to try it? Planting by the moon is a longtime Old Farmer's Almanac tradition. According to this practice, cycles of the Moon affect plant growth. Here's a list of dates (according to Almanac's website) that occur in September for planting by the moon's phases.
 
These are for Region 1 (which the Houston area falls into along with much of Zone 9)  

Rolling over from August 30 - September 9, 2015 ... Carrots (late planting) (B)

September 1-12, 2015 
... Beets (late planting) (B)
... Turnips (late planting) (B)

September 13-27, 2015
... Broccoli (late planting) (A)
... Collards (late planting) (A)
... Kale (late planting) (A)

September 15-27, 2015 
... Celery (late planting) (A)
... Peas (late planting) (A)

September 28-30, 2015 ... Beets (late planting) (B)

September 28 - October 11, 2015 ... Turnips (late planting) (B)


Crops that grow below the ground (B) are supposed to be planted during the dark, or waning, of the Moon: from the day after it is full to the day before it is new again.

Crops that are aboveground (A) are supposed to be planted during the light, or waxing, of the Moon: from the day the Moon is new to the day it is full.

Gather your supplies, order your seeds if you don't already have some on hand (carrots, beets, turnips, broccoli, collards, kale, celery, and peas), and get ready to plant!

Planting vegetables by the moon in August

Are you a faithful gardener that plants by the moon or have you ever been curious about it and wanted to try it? Planting by the moon is a longtime Old Farmer's Almanac tradition. According to this practice, cycles of the Moon affect plant growth. Here's a list of dates (according to Almanac's website) that occur in August for planting by the moon's phases.

These are for Region 1 (which the Houston area falls into along with much of Zone 9)

August 1-13, 2015 ... Carrots (late planting) (B)

August 14-29, 2015
... Beans (late planting) (A)
... Cauliflower (late planting) (A)
... Corn, sweet (late planting) (A)

August 15-29, 2015 ... Endive (late planting) (A)

August 30 - September 9, 2015 ... Carrots (late planting) (B)

Crops that grow below the ground (B) are supposed to be planted during the dark, or waning, of the Moon: from the day after it is full to the day before it is new again.

Crops that are aboveground (A) are supposed to be planted during the light, or waxing, of the Moon: from the day the Moon is new to the day it is full.

Gather your supplies, order your seeds if you don't already have some on hand (carrots, beans, cauliflower, sweet corn, and endive), and get ready to plant!

Planting vegetables by the moon in June

"by the moon in June" ... hey, that ryhmes!

Are you a faithful gardener that plants by the moon or have you ever been curious about it and wanted to try it? Planting by the moon is a longtime Old Farmer's Almanac tradition. According to this practice, cycles of the Moon affect plant growth. Here's a list of dates (according to Almanac's website) that occur in June for planting by the moon's phases.

This one is for Region 1 (which the Houston area falls into along with much of Zone 9)

Rolling over from May 18 - June 1, 2015 ... Okra (A)
This is an above ground crops so the idea is to plant these during the light, or waxing, of the Moon: from the day the Moon is new to the day it is full.

Gather your supplies, order your seeds if you don't already have some on hand (okra is pretty much your only option for June and only one planting day also, if you're trying to plant by the moon). Get ready to start planting in about a week!

Planting vegetables by the moon in May

Are you a faithful gardener that plants by the moon or have you ever been curious about it and wanted to try it? Planting by the moon is a longtime Old Farmer's Almanac tradition. According to this practice, cycles of the Moon affect plant growth. Here's a list of dates (according to Almanac's website) that occur in May for planting by the moon's phases.

These are for Region 1 (which the Houston area falls into along with much of Zone 9)

Rolling over from April 18 - May 3, 2015 ... Okra (A)

May 18 - June 1, 2015 ... Okra (A)

Crops that are aboveground (A) are supposed to be planted during the light, or waxing, of the Moon: from the day the Moon is new to the day it is full.

Gather your supplies, order your seeds if you don't already have some on hand (choose carefully! okra ... or okra?), and get ready to plant!

Tomorrow's Total Eclipse of the Moon

April 4, 2015: Total Eclipse of the Moon
This eclipse will be visible from North America. The eclipse will be best observed from the western states and provinces. The Moon will set during the eclipse for observers in the eastern regions. It will enter the penumbra at 5:00 AM (EDT) and the umbra at 6:15 AM. The Moon will leave the umbra at 9:45 AM and the penumbra at 11:01 AM. (information is from Almanac's website)

Planting vegetables by the moon in April

Are you a faithful gardener that plants by the moon or have you ever been curious about it and wanted to try it? Planting by the moon is a longtime Old Farmer's Almanac tradition. According to this practice, cycles of the Moon affect plant growth. Here's a list of dates (according to Almanac's website) that occur in April for planting by the moon's phases.

These are for Region 1 (which the Houston area falls into along with much of Zone 9)

Rolling over from March 20 - April 4, 2015
... Beans (early planting) (A)
... Cucumbers (A)
... Eggplants (A)
... Muskmelons (A)
... Squashes (A)
... Watermelons (A) 

April 5-6, 2015 ... Sweet Potatoes (B)

April 5-15, 2015 ... Leeks (B)

April 18 - May 3, 2015 ... Okra (A)

Crops that grow below the ground (B) are supposed to be planted during the dark, or waning, of the Moon: from the day after it is full to the day before it is new again.

Crops that are aboveground (A) are supposed to be planted during the light, or waxing, of the Moon: from the day the Moon is new to the day it is full.

Gather your supplies, order your seeds if you don't already have some on hand (beans, cucumbers, eggplants, muskmelons, squashes, watermelons, sweet potatoes, leeks, and okra), and get ready to plant!

Tomorrow's Total Eclipse of the Sun

March 20, 2015: Total Eclipse of the Sun
This eclipse will not be visible from North America but will be visible from Greenland, Iceland, Europe, North Africa, and northwestern Asia. (information is from Almanac's website)

March's Full Moon

ATTENTION Houston area folks:

Today will be a full moon, so don't forget to go outside to admire it's beauty!

12:06 PM

Char-Broil's Spring Grilling Sale (thru 3/31)

During the month of March, Char-Broil is having a Spring Grilling Sale where you can get 15% off on orders over $75. They have a large selection of beautiful grills and accessories. Whether you're looking for a gas grill, charcoal grill, portable grill, electric grill, or their latest TRU-Infrared line of grills, your sure to find something you'll love. Take advantage of this spring sale and start planning out a BBQ night with your family, friends or neighbors.

Spring Grilling - 15% off sitewide on orders $75+ at Char-Broil! Use code A15S1. Offer valid 3/1/2015 - 3/31/2015. Shop now!

Coupon Deals from Burpee (thru 3/16)

Burpee coupon deals that start today and expire on March 16, 2015

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American Meadows' sale on Zinnias (thru 2/25)

HURRY, HURRY, HURRY! One day sale at American Meadows. If you love Zinnias, hop on board this train and save 24% on them for a very limited time! Did I mention the need to HURRY? Deal expires February 25, 2015 ... that's tomorrow!

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American Meadows' sale on Legumes (thru 3/3)

Hope you know what legumes are! If you do and you like them, snatch up some seeds to grow them in the comfort of your own home while they're 15% off at American Meadows. Sale expires March 3, 2015.

Save 15% on all Legumes – expires 3/3/2015

Planting vegetables by the moon in March

Are you a faithful gardener that plants by the moon or have you ever been curious about it and wanted to try it? Planting by the moon is a longtime Old Farmer's Almanac tradition. According to this practice, cycles of the Moon affect plant growth. Here's a list of dates (according to Almanac's website) that occur in March for planting by the moon's phases.

These are for Region 1 (which the Houston area falls into along with much of Zone 9) 

Rolling over from February 18 - March 5, 2015
... Barley (A)
... Broccoli (early planting) (A)
... Brussels Sprouts (A)
... Cabbage (A)
... Cauliflower (early planting) (A)
... Collards (early planting) (A)
... Endive (early planting) (A)
... Kale (early planting) (A)
... Lettuce (A)
... Spinach (early planting) (A)
... Swiss Chard (A)

Rolling over from February 20 - March 5, 2015 ... Parsley (A)

March 1-5, 2015 ... Peppers (A)

March 6-7, 2015 ... Carrots (B)

March 6-19, 2015 ... Leeks (B)

March 20, 2015
... Brussels Sprouts (A)
... Cabbage (A)
... Collards (early planting) (A)
... Endive (early planting) (A)
... Kale (early planting) (A)
... Peppers (A)
... Pumpkins (A)
... Tomatoes (A)

March 20-31, 2015 ... Corn, Sweet (early planting) (A)

March 20 - April 4, 2015
... Beans (early planting) (A)
... Cucumbers (A)
... Eggplants (A)
... Muskmelons (A)
... Squashes (A)
... Watermelons (A)  

Crops that grow below the ground (B) are supposed to be planted during the dark, or waning, of the Moon: from the day after it is full to the day before it is new again.

Crops that are aboveground (A) are supposed to be planted during the light, or waxing, of the Moon: from the day the Moon is new to the day it is full.

Gather your supplies, order your seeds if you don't already have some on hand (barley, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collards, endive, kale, lettuce, spinach, swiss chard, parsley, peppers, carrots, leeks, pumpkins, tomatoes, sweet corn, beans, cucumbers, eggplants, muskmelons, squashes, and watermelons) and get ready to plant!

Coupon Deal from Burpee (thru 4/5)

Burpee coupon deal that starts today and expires on April 5, 2015

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American Meadows' sale on Wildflowers (thru 3/9)

Wildflowers! Wildflowers! Wildflowers! Save 25% off wildflower seed mixes and have your yard looking absolutely picture perfect when these beautiful flowers are in full bloom! Sale expires on March 9, 2015.

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American Meadows' sale on Bulbs and Perennials (thru 3/2)

Brace yourselves for 35% off beautiful bulbs and perennials from American Meadows. Spring Planted bulbs and perennials. That's right, spring is not that far off! Go on, close your eyes and imagine springtime with warmer weather, buds and blooms coming from the trees, birds chirping and think about your beautiful yard full of these flowers! Offer expires on March 2, 2015.

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February's Full Moon

ATTENTION Houston area folks:

This evening will be a full moon, so don't forget to go outside to admire it's beauty!

5:10 PM

Planting vegetables by the moon in February

Are you a faithful gardener that plants by the moon or have you ever been curious about it and wanted to try it? Planting by the moon is a longtime Old Farmer's Almanac tradition. According to this practice, cycles of the Moon affect plant growth. Here's a list of dates (according to Almanac's website) that occur in February for planting by the moon's phases.

These are for Region 1 (which the Houston area falls into along with much of Zone 9)

Rolling over from January 20 - February 3, 2015 ... Peas (early planting) (A)

February 4, 2015 ... Parsnips (B)

February 4-15, 2015 ... Turnips (early planting) (B)

February 4-17, 2015
... Onion sets (B)
... Radishes (early planting) (B)

February 7-17, 2015 ... Beets (early planting) (B)

February 10-17, 2015 ... Potatoes (B)

February 15-17, 2015
... Carrots (early planting) (B)
... Leeks (B)

February 18-28, 2015
... Celery (early planting) (A)
... Wheat, Spring (A)

February 18 - March 5, 2015
... Barley (A)
... Broccoli (early planting) (A)
... Brussels Sprouts (A)
... Cabbage (A)
... Cauliflower (early planting) (A)
... Collards (early planting) (A)
... Endive (early planting) (A)
... Kale (early planting) (A)
... Lettuce (A)
... Spinach (early planting) (A)
... Swiss Chard (A)

February 20 - March 5, 2015 ... Parsley (A)

Crops that grow below the ground (B) are supposed to be planted during the dark, or waning, of the Moon: from the day after it is full to the day before it is new again.

Crops that are aboveground (A) are supposed to be planted during the light, or waxing, of the Moon: from the day the Moon is new to the day it is full.

Gather your supplies, order your seeds if you don't already have some on hand (peas, parsnips, turnips, onions, radishes, beets, potatoes, carrots, leeks, celery, spring wheat, barley, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collards, endive, kale, lettuce, spinach, swiss chard, and parsley), and get ready to plant!

American Meadows' sale on Drought Tolerant Seed Mixes (thru 2/26)

This sale will be about a month long. Get ready to enjoy up to 20% savings from American Meadows. This deal will expire February 26, 2015.

Save up to 20% on Drought-Tolerant Seed Mixes (Eastern Xeriscape Mix, Western Xeriscape Mix, Dry Area Mix) – expires 2/26/2015 

Planting vegetables by the moon in January

Are you a faithful gardener that plants by the moon or have you ever been curious about it and wanted to try it? Planting by the moon is a longtime Old Farmer's Almanac tradition. According to this practice, cycles of the Moon affect plant growth. Here's a list of dates (according to Almanac's website) that occur in January for planting by the moon's phases.

These are for Region 1 (which the Houston area falls into along with much of Zone 9)

January 15-19, 2015 ... Parsnips (B)
These crops grow below the ground so the idea is to plant them during the dark, or waning, of the Moon: from the day after it is full to the day before it is new again.

• Shop Burpee.com for Parsnip

January 20 - February 3, 2015 ... Peas (early planting) (A)
These are aboveground crops so the idea is to plant these during the light, or waxing, of the Moon: from the day the Moon is new to the day it is full.

• Shop Burpee.com for Peas
• Shop Burpee.com for Sweet Peas

Gather your supplies, order your seeds if you don't already have some on hand (parsnips and peas), and get ready to start planting in about a week!

January's Full Moon

ATTENTION Houston area folks:

Tonight will be a full moon, so don't forget to go outside to admire it's beauty!

10:54 PM