It's 65 outside and the sun is shining bright! I moved my big hanging spider plant and my geranium that is down to two tiny plants from the winter (honestly, I'm surprised it went that long through the winter). They like that temperature and that LOVE bright light. After watering my indoor plants and thinning the dead parts off of my strawberries, I really wanted to start working on my two new garden beds.
So, on with the boots and grabbing the shovel. I stopped to release, charge and asked to be guided through today's project. I want these two new beds to be focused on honoring nature. I want them to be built with a lot of intent on healing and general positive vibes.
I go to area one. I pause to reassess how everything is planned. The Mr. Lincoln Rose will be perfect right where I want it. It likes bright light and well-drained soil. It will do quite well there. Now, I realize that the bed will need to come out just a bit more than I originally thought. I ask my husband to come out and tell me what he thinks. After he agreed that it would be okay (he mows the lawn so I don't want to create an obstacle for him) he tells me he thinks he will have to move the gate! The cement porch is in the way to make the gate 4x4 sturdy and ensure it is set right so it doesn't come lose in 2 years (again). So, I decided to wait until he figured that out over the next week.
On to area two. I again reassess the current plan. All will work very well along the fence line. By the time the heartnut tree is big enough to block sun we will have moved and there will be a few part sun perennials that will be very well established. As I go to grab the shovel to begin turning the bed, I realize I have NO IDEA where the water line is. I decide it's too large a bed to dig out by hand so there is no way I can dig today. I really need to make sure I know where the water line is so I don't break a pipe with the tiller... I can't afford that fix! I'll call the water department tomorrow to see if they can help.
I was a bit disappointed that today wasn't the day to break ground but there must be a reason. Inside I go to check out what the Old Farmer's Almanac has to say about planting today. Well, there you go. Tomorrow is a New Moon and I am not putting any root crops in. It looks like I'll be planting next week and that the Moon will be in the perfect phase to support my growing efforts!
As I walked back to the back garden, feeling a bit disappointed, I noticed a bunch of dandelions. Eureka! I get to pull weeds and it's the perfect time for the young and tender roots! I proceeded to carefully pull them out of the ground. Once I was finished, a quick rinse, pick out the dead leaves, then pick the flowers and lay the roots & leaves out to dry. I love to use it in my spell work due to its ability to support wishes, promote visions and spiritual communication and I absolutely adore its Shamanic health and healing benefits.
I have big plans this year for my Enchanted Garden and I'm happy that Goddess lite a fire under my bum to follow through with my dream. I work full time but found out I may be furloughed for up to 22 weeks. That is a big change to my home and already challenging financial lifestyle so it is a big incentive to try.
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