March is the busiest spring month for gardeners. It's the month when the vast majority of vegetable and flower seedlings are planted. To ensure their development is as harmonious as possible, it's recommended to consider the influence of Earth's only natural satellite.
The moon not only controls the tides of the world's oceans but also governs the movement of other terrestrial fluids (particularly plant juices). The lunar calendar allows for planning work at the most favorable times, when the biorhythms of the desired crops coincide with specific phases of the minor planet.
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Favorable, neutral and unfavorable days for planting
| Plant type | "Good" | Neutral | "Bad" |
| Pepper, eggplant | 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 16, 27, 29, 30, 31 | 9, 10, 11, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 |
| Tomatoes | 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 16, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 | 9, 10, 11, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 |
| Bulbous flowers | 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 27, 28, 29 | 4, 8, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 30, 31 | 9, 10, 11, 12, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 |
| Annual flowers | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22, 23, | 7, 8, 12, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 | 9, 10, 11, 20, 21, 24, 25, 26 |
| Perennial flowers | 1, 2, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22, 23, 28, 29 | 3, 4, 5, 6, 12, 20, 21, 27, 30, 31 | 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 24, 25, 26 |
| Cabbage | 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 16, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 | 9, 10, 11, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 |
| Green | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 29, 30, 31 | 6, 16, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28 | 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 24, 25, 26 |
| Fruit trees and shrubs | 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22, 23 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 12, 20, 21, 27, 28, 29 | 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31 |
| Roots | 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 27, 28, 29 | 3, 4, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 30, 31 | 9, 10, 11, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26 |
| Cucumbers, zucchini, pumpkin | 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 16, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 | 9, 10, 11, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 |
| Strawberries, strawberries | 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22, 27, 28, 29 | 1. 2, 3, 4, 5, 20, 21, 23, 30, 31 | 8, 9, 10, 11, 24, 25, 26 |
| Beans, peas, beans | 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 16, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 | 9, 10, 11, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 |
Month by phases of the moon
| Dates | Moon phase | Peculiarities |
| 1-8 | Waning | This period is ideal for working with crops that produce their harvest underground, as well as for planting and transplanting. Plant juices are directed downwards toward the underground parts, making establishment and adaptation easier. |
| 9 | The day before the new moon | An unlucky day when it is better not to touch the plants. |
| 10 | New moon | All crops are extremely vulnerable during their peak growth phase and do not tolerate any intervention well. It's best to focus on activities unrelated to these crops: preparing planting containers and substrate, cleaning equipment, cleaning greenhouses, etc. |
| 11 | The day after the new moon | A bad day when it is better not to touch any plants. |
| 12-23 | Growing | Thanks to the more active upward flow of cellular juices, attracted by the satellite, the development of the above-ground part of the plant proceeds more efficiently. Now is the time to start sowing crops that ripen above the soil surface. |
| 24 | The day before the full moon | Bad day. |
| 25 | Full moon | A busy day, when plant life is at its lowest. You can tidy up the garden, clean the greenhouse, dig the soil, etc., but don't disturb the plants. |
| 26 | The day after the full moon | Bad time for any work. |
| 27-31 | Waning | When the moon is waning, sap flow is directed toward the roots. This period is ideal for planting root vegetables and green crops. |
By zodiac signs
| Zodiac sign | Dates | Peculiarities |
| Scorpion | 1-2, 27-29 | A very fruitful and fertile sign. All crops, especially root vegetables, emerge quickly and develop well. Plants develop strong root systems and powerful stems. They will produce a bountiful, high-quality harvest that will store well. |
| Sagittarius | 2-5, 29-31 | The sign is unproductive and neutral for plants. Fast-growing crops (greens, herbs, onions, garlic, etc.) can be planted. Since plants are very sensitive to mechanical damage during this period, it's best not to disturb their roots. |
| Capricorn | 5-7 | A relatively productive and moderately fruitful sign. Seedlings will emerge slowly but uniformly. Seedlings will develop strong roots, and the harvest will be decent, but the fruits will not be particularly outstanding. Planting bulbous flowers and root crops is recommended. |
| Aquarius | 7-9 | A barren and unfortunate sign for plants. Seeds germinate poorly, and seedlings develop extremely slowly. Transplanted specimens take a long time to establish. It's best to prepare the greenhouse soil and growing medium for seedlings. |
| Fish | 9-11 | A productive and versatile sign, favorable for planting seeds. The resulting plants will be strong and stocky, producing delicious fruit. However, they won't store well, so it's more logical to sow ornamental crops during this period. However, during the new moon, as well as the day before and after, seeds have very little vitality. It's generally recommended not to disturb plants during this critical lunar phase. |
| Aries | 11-13 | A low-yielding and barren sign, unsuitable for planting most crops. Plants grow rapidly upward, and stems thin out. It's acceptable to plant fast-growing and immediately edible crops (greens, onions, etc.). |
| Taurus | 13-15 | A very productive sign, perfect for planting any crops, especially those that produce above-ground fruit. Germination is slow but consistent. Seedlings develop branched roots and a strong upper growth habit. Seedlings root vigorously and adapt quickly. |
| Twins | 15-17 | A low-yielding, neutral sign. Major March gardening can be done, but it won't be very successful—yields will be disappointing. Ornamental plants and flowers are an exception. Perennials (trees, shrubs, etc.) can be planted. |
| Cancer | 17-19 | A very fruitful and most productive sign. The period is ideal for planting crops that produce edible tops and edible fruits. Anything can be planted, but those that don't store well are preferable. Any transplanting, picking, and other activities are favorable. |
| Lion | 19-22 | This is an extremely unfavorable and infertile sign, the driest of all. Plants that tolerate low moisture, as well as various trees and shrubs, are acceptable. However, the roots should be handled with extreme care, as they are especially susceptible to damage during this period. |
| Virgo | 22-24 | A low-fertility and conditionally productive sign, when planting is undesirable because a good harvest is unrealistic. However, it makes sense to plant almost all flower and ornamental crops that will bloom profusely and abundantly. |
| Scales | 24-27 | A favorable, fruitful, and fertile sign. However, on the three days that coincide with the full moon, it's best to avoid any plant manipulation. During this critical period, all plant life comes to a standstill. |
Other summer resident's work
| Job | Favorable days | Neutral days | Unfavorable days |
| Soaking planting material | 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 27, 28, 29 | 3, 4, 8, 12, 22, 23, 30, 31 | 9, 10, 11, 19, 20, 21, 24, 25, 26 |
| Watering and spraying with water | 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29 | 3, 4, 16, 23, 30, 31 | 7, 10, 25 |
| Picking | 1, 2, 5, 6, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 27, 28, 29 | 3, 4, 7, 8, 12, 16, 23 | 9, 10, 11, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31 |
| Top dressing | 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29 | 3, 4, 16, 23, 30, 31 | 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 24, 25, 26 |
| Transfer | 1, 2, 5, 6, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 27, 28, 29 | 7, 8, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 | 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31 |
| Pest and disease control | 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29 | 3, 4, 16, 23, 30, 31 | 7, 10, 25 |
| Weeding or uprooting | 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29 | 3, 4, 16, 23, 30, 31 | 10, 25 |
| Reproduction | 1, 2, 5, 6, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 27, 28, 29 | 7, 8, 9, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 | 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31 |
| Replacing the soil in pots | 1, 2, 5, 6, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 27, 28, 29 | 7, 8, 9, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 | 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31 |
| Pruning, crown shaping, pinching, side-sonning | 1, 2, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19 | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 16, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, | 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31 |
| Root division | 1, 2, 5, 6, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 27, 28, 29 | 7, 8, 9, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 | 3, 4, 10, 11, 12, 24, 26, 26, 30, 31 |
| Rooting | 1, 2, 5, 6, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 27, 28, 29 | 7, 8, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 | 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31 |
| Harvesting (tops) | 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 | 10, 25 |
| Harvesting (roots) | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 | 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 | 10, 25 |
| Seed collection | 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31 | 10, 25 |
| Digging up bulbs and tubers | 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 27, 28, 29 | 4, 8, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 30, 31 | 9, 10, 11, 12, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 |
| Shelter | 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29 | 3, 4, 16, 23, 30, 31 | 7, 10, 25 |
15 key signs for a summer resident this month that you need to know
Folk omens about the weather in March:
- If thunder rumbles at the beginning of the month, it will be cold for a long time – a whole month.
- When it is frosty and dry, you can expect a good grain harvest.
- If the weather is wet and damp, with thaws and rains, then the year will be a poor harvest.
- A smooth and shiny crust foretells a hungry year.
- If the snow is loose and porous, there will be a good harvest.
- The longer the March icicles, the longer and more protracted the spring will be.
- Fogs are the harbingers of a rainy and damp summer.
- If the snow starts melting rapidly at the end of the month, then it will rain frequently in the summer.
- Spring will be cold if swallows don't appear.
- The summer months will be dry and hot if lightning strikes.
- Singing titmice bring closer the arrival of warm and clear days.
- The warm March wind brings rainy weather in summer.
- The forest, still covered with snow, predicts a rich harvest.
- If the snow cover hasn't melted yet, there won't be any greenery in April for a long time.
- The weather on March 14th reflects the weather for the entire coming summer.
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