Lunar calendars are based on the orbit of the moon around the earth. Our cosmic companion goes through different phases of the moon and wanders through the twelve signs of the zodiac. Depending on the constellation in which this happens, it influences plant growth and affects, among other things, when plants should be planted or sown.
The moon has great effects on the growth of plants
Correct reading of the lunar calendar for gardeners
In the lunar calendar you will find symbols for the different types of plants:
| icon (drawing) | Type: | Which includes: | zodiac signs |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | Leafy vegetables | Vegetables whose leaves are harvested such as lettuce and herbs | Pisces, Cancer, Scorpio |
| - | flowering vegetables | Herbs harvested in bloom, such as savory or nasturtium. Vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower. | Aquarius, Libra Gemini |
| - | root vegetable | Plants whose roots are used: potatoes, carrots, beetroot. Herbs like parsley root and valerian. Virgo, Capricorn, Taurus | |
| - | fruit vegetables | Varieties whose seeds or fruits are eaten: squash, peppers, tomatoes, peas, beans. Herbs like dill and cumin | Sagittarius, Aries, Leo |
You can use the symbols to see at a glance which days are particularly suitable for planting or sowing the respective plant group.
When are the best planting days?
Vegetables, perennials and trees should always be planted when the moon is descending. In addition, it is important to pay attention to which sign of the zodiac our cosmic companion is in:
Is the *moon in taurus,* This date is ideal for sowing or planting plants that gather strength in the roots.
Climbing plants and climbing plants should be *Moon in Gemini* put in the ground. Any other growth you plant at this point will often remain thin and limp. If you have placed seeds in the seedbed on this day, it is possible that they will be attacked by damping-off and die.
Is the *moon in cancer,* whatever you plant will thrive. Not only leafy vegetables grow very well and thrive splendidly.
The power of *moon in Libra* is particularly suitable for setting anything that is in bloom.
After *crab moon* applies to *Scorpio and Pisces moon* as one of the most prolific signs. If you plant leafy greens on this day, you can count on a rich harvest.
You should plant fruit trees on a *Sagittarius Day* deploy.
For planting root and winter vegetables, the time to plant is when the *Moon in Capricorn* stands.
tips
Do not confuse the descending and waning moon. The moon descends in the zodiac signs Cancer to Capricorn and rises in the signs Aquarius to Gemini. If you are unsure about this, you should always take a look at our lunar calendar.
Avoid bad days
If the planets are very unfavorable to each other, you can confidently make yourself comfortable in a deck chair and enjoy the beauty of the garden. Nature needs these rest days and if you were to start gardening today, it could be that a lot of the effort of the previous months will be wasted.
One of the most unfavorable constellations is the Moon in Leo, because there is a risk that all seedlings will not absorb enough water and wither. If the moon is in Virgo, you should refrain from planting vegetables.
tips
While the above dates are ideal for planting, you don't have to be stoic about them. Especially in spring it is sometimes still too cold to plant tender young plants, no matter how good the moon may be. It is then better to wait until the external conditions are right. If you pay attention to the moon constellation when tending in the future, you can still look forward to a good harvest.