Stella Hacienda acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout
Australia and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture.
Stella Hacienda also acknowledges the Country of the Jagera, Giabal, and Jarowair people (who are the Traditional Custodians of the land where
our Urban Homestead is situated), and the Ancient Guardians
of the surrounding natural habitat of which we revere.
Stella Hacienda pays respect to all Elders -
past, present and emerging.
About
Ancient Wisdom + Celestial Homesteading
Stella Hacienda - or Celestial Homestead - is a small regional business which hopes to educate people about urban homesteading, sustainable living tips and ideas, the moon planting method, and ways to reconnect with nature and the seasons.
Stella Hacienda has been created for people who are wanting to:
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adopt beneficial Urban Homesteading practices;
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learn about Ancient Wisdom methods (which can be applied to your own Urban Homestead);
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utilise the practice of Moon Planting throughout the year;
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embrace a multitude of Sustainable Living tips and Community Connection ideas;
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hire my Urban Homestead Design Consultancy Services so you can start homesteading;
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engage me as a Guest Speaker at your next gardening event, folk festival, sustainable living fair,
agriculture show, and/or wellbeing expo; or
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do a bit of online shopping and purchase some of my Handmade Products (using locally sourced ingredients and made in small batches).
"The Sun indicates the time.
The Moon indicates the day.
The Stars indicates the month.
We are living within the most beautifully designed timepiece ever created."
- by Anonymous
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Moon Planting Guide
NEW MOON to FIRST QUARTER
Associated with...
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increasing energy
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early growth
Tasks to do...
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start seeds indoors or outdoors
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plant leafy greens (ie. lettuce, spinach, kale)
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plant herbs grown for leaves
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water newly planted beds
FIRST QUARTER to FULL MOON
Associated with...
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maximum growth
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above-ground focus
Tasks to do...
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plant fruiting crops (ie. tomatoes, peppers, beans)
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plant flowering annuals
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transplant seedlings
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apply fertilizers to leafy plants & shrubs
FULL MOON to LAST QUARTER
Associated with...
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plant root strength
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structural work
Tasks to do...
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plant root crops (ie. carrots, beets, potatoes)
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plant perennials and trees
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prune for structure and balance
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build compost and soil
LAST QUARTER to NEW MOON
Associated with...
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rest and repair
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garden maintenance phase
Tasks to do...
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weed garden beds
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control pests
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harvest for storage
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mulch and prepare soil
* Stella Hacienda's moon gardening tasks is for
people residing in the Southern Hemisphere.
