Tuesday 5th May
The Moon has many rhythms, each with its own cycle, giving every moment a slightly different quality. One of these is the sidereal rhythm, which is important in biodynamics for understanding transplanting times. In this rhythm, the Moon rises higher on the horizon each night for around two weeks, known as the ascending Moon, before descending lower each night for the following two weeks. The descending Moon supports activities connected with the soil and root development, making it ideal for planting out, transplanting, compost work, and tending the earth. The ascending Moon, by contrast, supports growth above the soil, bringing vitality into stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits. Today, the Moon has reached its lowest point and will now begin to ascend, offering us an opportunity to work with the garden’s upward movement towards light and air.
