Favorable days for planting flower seedlings in 2024 according to the lunar calendar

In the Central Russian region, and especially in the Northwest, the Urals, and Siberia, flowers need to be grown from seedlings if you want them to be decorative this year. And not only the procedure itself is important, but also the time you do it. It's important to choose the most favorable days according to the lunar calendar, and also take into account the region's climate and the specific variety. Unfavorable days should be avoided, and during neutral ones, proceed at your own discretion.

Influence of the lunar phases

Over thousands of years, terrestrial botanical inhabitants have adapted to harnessing moonlight for their own benefit. For example, for pollination and reproduction, flora requires the help of insects.

Species that exude an incredibly captivating, rich aroma attract moths. Their vibrant colors also help. These plants come in shades of yellow, pink, and white.

They help them stand out in the dark and orient nocturnal insects.

Each phase of the moon has a special influence on the earth's flora:

1. New Moon. Waxing. A time for calm. Seedlings are left completely alone. They are not weeded, pricked out, propagated, or even watered. All this negatively affects their health. Planting seeds is also prohibited.
2. Full moon. Suitable for pest and pathogen control. It's best to do this in the evening to detect slug and snail infestations.
3. Waning. During this time, the sap moves through the shoots toward the roots. Pruning and pinching are performed. Even cut flowers placed in a vase will last much longer.

To choose the days when all events will be successful, pay attention to the zodiac signs in which the moon passes.

1. Highly productive. Cancer, Scorpio, Taurus, Pisces.
2. Neutral. Capricorn, Libra.
3. Low productivity. Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius.
4. Low-productivity. Leo, Aries.
5. Unproductive. Aquarius.

This is a classification of the degree of fertility of each representative of the zodiacal circle of constellations.

Favorable days:

To better determine the timing, take into account the recommendations of breeders for each species and variety.

The most unfavorable days in 2024:

• January: 10-12, 24-26.
• February: 9-11, 23-25.
• March: 9-11, 24-26.
• April: 7-9, 23-25.
• May: 7-9, 22-24.
• June: 5-7, 21-23.
• July: 5-7, 20-22.
• August: 3-5, 18-20.
• September: 2-4, 17-19.
• October: 1-3, 16-18, 31.
• November: 1, 2, 15-17, 30.
• December: 1, 2, 14-16, 30, 31.

The remaining dates are neutral.

Each season has its own characteristics that require attention. In spring, all crops begin to grow, regardless of growing conditions. Seeds and prepared seedlings are planted in open ground, and new varieties are propagated by cuttings and layering.

There are a number of important rules:

1. March. This is a good time to work with carnations, marigolds, and asters, taking into account the moon's phases. Houseplants are repotted into new containers, propagated vegetatively, and seedlings are forced. On unfavorable days, even the soil should not be disturbed.
2. April. Seeds are sown in greenhouses and garden beds. Young, hardened seedlings are transplanted. They are prepared indoors. Bulbous and tuberous crops are planted until the 20th. At this time, you can spray the seedlings to prevent pests and diseases.
3. May. Perennials are planted. Heat-loving seedlings are transplanted to the garden. Fertilizer is applied during the first ten days. Work is suspended on the 5th.

In summer, it's essential to take into account the region's climate. In early June, the following begin:

• removal of weeds;
• crop processing;
• plant annual and shrub crops;
• cuttings.

During the waxing moon phase, weeds are removed, beds are hilled, and carefully selected fertilizers are applied. Plants that have grown too large in the garden bed can be replanted. Similar work is carried out indoors.

In August, the focus is on caring for seedlings planted in open ground. The following are acceptable for planting:

• snowdrop bulbs;
• lily of the valley bulbs;
• seeds of crops that do not require complex care, such as chamomile, delphinium or carnation.

Selecting favorable days in the fall, they plant bulbous and tuberous plants. Choosing the right time will help speed up rooting, adaptation to new conditions, and provide strength for overwintering. The soil is prepared for the new season. It is treated with chemicals, fertilized, cleared of plant debris, and dug deeply.

With the arrival of October, it's necessary to water and mulch. During the waning moon phase, you can fertilize the plants, but avoid pruning. Choose fertilizers that will benefit the root system without affecting the above-ground parts. Seedlings should not appear until spring. Otherwise, all the plants will perish with the onset of the first frost.

Winter is a great time of year for those who enjoy planting and caring for indoor greenery. The 2024 calendar can be used to select favorable dates for:

• preparation of seedlings;
• caring for her;
• picking into separate containers.

Each month has its own recommendations for maintaining plants on the site.

1. December. Plants don't require much care. All preparatory work is complete, and there's still about a month left before the next one. Begonias, carnations, and lavender are ready for seedlings.
2. January. Check the quality of the covering on roses, clematis, petunias, and begonias. If necessary, add a layer of snow, then compact the surface. Sow annuals and place bulbs in the greenhouse.
3. February. They care for the grown seedlings and check the condition of the saplings sent for the winter.

Helpful tips

Advice from experienced gardeners can be helpful for beginners and those discovering new varieties of these plants. If you have a large number of these varieties planted at home or in your garden, it's a good idea to keep a notebook. It should be used to record the times of watering, cultivating, pruning, loosening, and watering.

Recommendations:

1. Carefully choose the location of your flowers. Some species absolutely cannot stand being moved, which can cause significant stress.
2. When watering, use settled water. Rainwater or melted snow is best. Tap water should be left to stand for 3-5 days. High chlorine concentrations will kill the seedlings.
3. A large garden requires a lot of water. For this, prepare barrels, sometimes several. If you have one or two beds, a couple of buckets will suffice, used alternately, filling them for settling.

When replanting from a pot to a new container, choose commercially available substrates. The soil should be selected according to the flower species. When working with soil from a garden, particularly from a greenhouse, it should be pre-treated, dried, and sifted. The presence of earthworm larvae, enchytraea, and millipedes will destroy the plants.

If placing pots far from radiators is unavoidable, install a humidifier in the room. The humidity control should be set to the optimal level. Cold drafts can be harmful to flowers, just like people. The room where the plants are kept should have adequate ventilation, but avoid direct airflow on the foliage.

Frostbite will cause loss of beauty, immunity and health of your home garden.