Spring carrot and beet planting dates according to the 2021 lunar calendar

When planting and cultivating vegetables and herbs in their gardens, all gardeners rely on the phases of the moon and the lunar calendar. By calculating favorable days using a special table, you can determine the best time to plant carrots and beets in the spring of 2021 to ensure a bountiful harvest, as well as the times when planting crops and other agricultural work should be avoided.

Favorable days for planting vegetables

A special feature of carrots and beets is that they can be sown not only in spring but also in autumn. In this case, the harvest also has to be collected twice a year. To ensure the vegetables grow well, it's important to follow the care instructions, always agreeing on them. sowing dates with indications of the lunar calendar for 2021.

When to plant beets and carrots according to the lunar calendar in 2021

When planting beets in the fall and spring of 2021, choose the most favorable and neutral days. Avoid planting on dates that coincide with the full and new moons. During these periods, all vital processes in plants are suspended, and their seeds will germinate poorly and may even die.

Lunar calendar for planting beets in the fall of 2021

Lunar calendar for planting beets in spring 2021

Lunar calendar for planting carrots in autumn in 2021

The influence of region and variety on vegetable planting

The timing of beet planting depends on the region's climate. In the southern regions, the vegetable is sown from mid-March until April. The optimal time for sowing the root crop in central Russia (the Moscow region) is early to mid-May. In the northern regions (the Urals and Siberia), planting is recommended starting in the second half of the last month of spring.

Sow carrots:

• in the middle zone - in June, at the end of October - beginning of November;
• in the Urals – in June and October;
• in Siberia – in May.

Beet planting timing doesn't depend on the variety. However, carrot varieties are sown depending on the region. In the south, late-season varieties are recommended, in the central zone, mid-season varieties, and in Siberia and the Urals, early varieties.

Compatibility

To ensure carrots grow well, it's recommended to plant legumes, radishes, and tomatoes nearby. Lettuce, radishes, parsley, green beans, Brussels sprouts, and broccoli make good neighbors for beets. These plants will benefit from each other's nutrient exchange.

Beets should not be planted near corn, peppers, or mustard. Carrots don't do well near anise, parsley, or dill. Don't plant carrots near horseradish or beets. And if apple trees are grown near carrots, the carrots will taste bitter.

Features of cultivation

When growing carrots and beets It's important to consider the growing conditions of the crops. To get a good vegetable harvest in the fall or spring, carefully select the site, follow proper seed preparation and planting techniques, and regularly water and fertilize the seedlings.

Soil

Beets prefer loamy and sandy loam soils. These soils absorb moisture well, allow air to pass through, and retain heat for a long time. Clayey soils and sandy loams are not suitable for beets, as they can cause water stagnation and root rot. This will reduce yield. In the fall, the soil under the beet should be thoroughly dug over (dig in two stages, 30 days apart).

Carrots are planted in loamy and sandy soils. If the soil contains humus, it will provide additional nutrition for the crop. Acidic soil is unsuitable for the plant (the pH level should be minimal).

Planting features and watering regime

Beet and carrot seeds are covered with a hard shell, so they need to be properly prepared before sowing. To do this:

• 10 days before sowing, place the seeds in a cloth bag and bury them in moist soil to a depth of 30 cm (this will help the seeds germinate faster);
• place the grains in warm water for a day, then take them out, let them dry and harden them in the cold for 3-5 days (to strengthen the immunity of future plants);
• Soak the planting material for a day in a solution of sodium humate (1 teaspoon per 1 liter of warm water), then place in the freezer.

Water the plants as the soil dries out. Avoid allowing the soil to dry out too much (it will begin to crack, which can kill the seeds and already sprouted seedlings). It is recommended to water the plants generously during the root formation stage.

Top dressing

To ensure carrots grow well, they need to be properly fertilized in the fall. To do this:

• the soil in the garden bed where the vegetable will grow is sprinkled with sawdust soaked in urea;
• add mineral fertilizers (superphosphate, lime, potassium and sodium nitrate);
• Sandy soil is fertilized with peat, humus and turf soil.

In spring, the following is added to the soil under beets:

• mineral fertilizers (ammonium nitrate, potassium chloride, superphosphate; the mixture is added to the soil during digging once every 2 years);
• organic matter (compost, humus, manure; used once every few years).

Natural fertilizers should not be applied fresh. They should be applied after they've been sweated. Fresh organic matter can damage the roots. If you make a liquid organic fertilizer, let it steep for several days and then dilute it with water (in a ratio of 1:10). Organic fertilizers tend to accumulate in the soil, so they should be applied every 4-5 years. Adding manure to beet soil is not recommended.

Protection from diseases and pests

To ensure beets and carrots grow well, you should protect them from diseases and pests. To do this:

• give preference to seeds purchased in specialized stores (they undergo a special pre-sowing preparation procedure);
• If you collect the seeds yourself from your garden plot, you need to disinfect them using home remedies (prepare a weak solution of potassium permanganate and soak the seeds in it for 20 minutes);
• In the spring, the soil where vegetable beds are planned to be located is watered with boiling water and a solution of copper sulfate.

Iodine is also recommended for soil disinfection. Add a few drops of iodine to water, then moisten the soil. This trace element kills microbes, strengthens the seedlings' immune system, and promotes increased vegetable yields.

Growing tips

Beginner gardeners growing beets and carrots in their gardens can benefit from following the advice of professionals. This will help them achieve high yields and avoid many problems.

1. For vegetables, it is better to choose a sunny place, loose fertile soil.
2. Pre-select only healthy seeds for sowing and disinfect them.
3. To help the seeds germinate faster in the soil, soak them in a growth stimulant solution (Epin or Kornevin) before planting.
4. Maintain the spacing between rows.
5. Water, weed and thin out plants on time.
6. Apply sufficient amounts of fertilizer.
7. When sowing seeds, it's important to follow the lunar calendar, monitoring favorable and unfavorable days. Temperature and climate conditions in a particular region of the country should also be taken into account.

Planting beets and carrots according to the lunar calendar is the key to a bountiful harvest. These vegetables are demanding of soil composition, require fertilization, and a proper watering schedule. If you cultivate these crops according to all professional recommendations, you can harvest tasty and healthy root vegetables twice a year: in spring and fall.