Create a Moon Garden for Your Next Full Moon Party
For centuries, the full moon has been celebrated as a time of healing, reflection, and rejuvenation. Cultures around the world have used the full moon as an opportunity to complete rituals and hold celebrations. The time is often dedicated to reflection on the past and setting intentions for the future. That tradition has carried over into more modern times with the tradition of full moon parties.
Full Moon Parties
Full moon parties are a tradition that began in the 1980s as a tourist attraction on a small island in Thailand. These parties were often large and included music, food, drinks, light shows, body painting, and more. The original full moon parties have grown to attract thousands of monthly visitors over the years.
While the tradition of full moon parties has continued, the specifics of the gatherings have been adopted and adapted by people around the world. A relaxed, intimate full moon party with a spirit of introspection and energy restoration may be precisely what you and your friends need to celebrate the next full moon properly.
Hosting Your Full Moon Party
As you begin to plan your full moon party it is important to remember that this celebration is intended to serve the needs of you and your loved ones. You can create and include any rituals that you believe to be significant for you, but here are a few tips for how to create a welcoming space:
- Have the party outside if the weather permits.
- Make the party space warm and inviting
- Include personal touches for each of your guests
- Provide themed food and drinks
- Have an itinerary to follow so the party is intentional
Whatever specific details and activities you include, being intentional is an essential part of a successful full moon party. Creating a moon garden is one activity that the group can complete together.
The Basics of Moon Gardens
A moon garden is a garden space that is cultivated specifically with plants that bloom at night or easily reflect the moonlight. Most experts recommend that you include primarily white flowers with larger blooms in your moon garden. These flowers are more likely to reflect the moonlight and add to the soft ambiance of the garden.
Foliage and other plants should also have gray or silver tones to them. These should be smaller and lower to the ground so they do not take away from the flowering plants. If you want to include some color in your moon garden, aim for lighter colors, such as soft pink, lavender, or pastel yellow.
Plants to Include in Your Moon Garden
It can be difficult to decide what plants to include in your moon garden because there are so many options. You need to be sure that the temperature, soil, and other conditions are ideal so your plants will thrive. If you have a small space with no yard, it may be easier to create an indoor moon garden, which can impact what plants you include.
Here are some flowers and foliage to get your moon garden started, whether it is inside or in your backyard.
- Moonflower
- Night-Blooming Jasmine
- White Petunia
- Queen of the Night
- Stargazer Lily
2023 Full Moon Dates
Here is the list of every full moon in 2023 so you can plan your next full moon party.
- January 6th
- February 5th
- March 7th
- April 6th
- May 5th
- June 3rd
- July 3rd
- August 1st
- August 30th
- September 29th
- October 28th
- November 27th
- December 26th
With thirteen full moons throughout the year in 2023, you will have ample opportunity to throw full moon parties. You may even want to create a moon garden for every season, as you renew your energy and set new intentions. As you plan your full moon parties and moon gardens for the year, trust Flower Works for all of your fresh flower needs.