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The gardener's lunar calendar for April 2023 will help to properly plan sowing activities so that they are as effective as possible and lead to a good harvest. The second month of spring is considered very busy for gardeners; most of them begin growing seedlings and actively preparing the site for the coming season in February. The lunar calendar suggests focusing on the phases of the celestial body so that all the efforts made are justified.
When choosing the time to transplant seedlings into open ground, it is advisable to focus not only on the calendar, but also on current climatic conditions
Lunar phases of April 2023
The lunar cycle lasts 29 light days, this is the period during which the satellite makes a complete revolution around the Earth. The celestial body goes through four phases during this period - waxing, full moon, waning and new moon. They differ in the degree of distance of the Moon from the Earth, as a result of which a certain part of the satellite is visible.
The phase of the celestial body has a direct impact on all organisms on the planet, including representatives of the plant world
The phases of the Moon in April 2023 by date of the month are as follows:
- On April 1-5, the Earth's satellite is in a growing phase;
- April 6th is the time of the full moon;
- April 7-19 The moon wanes;
- April 20 – new moon;
- April 21-30 – the celestial body is growing again.
At the moment of the full moon, April 6, the Earth's satellite will be fully visible from the surface of the planet. This period is considered a rest day, when it is better not to carry out any work related to plants. It is only allowed to clean the site or conduct construction work.
The new moon, as well as the day before and after, are considered a period when any interference in the plant world is also undesirable. In addition to the phases of the celestial body, the lunar calendar also takes into account the zodiac sign in which it resides. For example, Pisces, Cancer, Taurus and Scorpio are considered the most fertile. During such periods, you can plant almost any plant; their survival rate and productivity will be maximum. But with infertile signs, which include Leo, Aquarius and Aries, it is not recommended to sow, regardless of whether the Moon is waxing or waning.
It is worth paying attention to the type of plant. For example, for planting root crops, the time of the waning moon will be ideal, when energy flows move from the tops to the roots. In this case, it is desirable that the Earth’s satellite be in fertile zodiac signs. During the growth phase of the Moon, the movement of energy changes direction - from the root system to the tops. Accordingly, when the celestial body is in fertile Cancer, Scorpio, Taurus or Pisces, you can start cultivating plants that produce crops above the ground.
The time of change of the lunar cycle depends on the geographical location of the region
Work plan for April 2023 according to the garden lunar calendar
The second month of spring is considered one of the busiest in terms of volume of work, especially in the southern regions, where the snow has long melted and the ground has warmed up for planting plants in the ground. In cold areas, you can still clean and plow the area, and also take care of overwintered perennials to prepare them for the new season.
The gardener's work plan for April 2023 according to the lunar calendar looks like this:
- Application of organic and mineral fertilizers - 3-13, 16-17, 21-26 and 30.
- Loosening, hilling, plowing, including replacing soil in flowerpots and pots - 1-5, 7-11, 14-19, 23-30.
- Soaking seeds for planting in open ground or for seedlings of later crops - 5, 7-13, 16-17, 21-25.
- Treatment of plants against diseases and pests - 3-4, 6-15, 18-24, 28 and 30.
- Pinching and pinching seedlings, pruning and forming the crown of fruit trees and shrubs – 12-17, 20, 28.
- Rooting of seedlings, transplanting, picking seedlings, dividing roots - 3-6, 13, 23-26 and 30.
- Watering (depending on weather conditions), spraying - 3-9, 12-13, 16-17, 21-22, 25-26 and 30.
- Grafting and budding – 1-4, 13, 21-30.
During the period from April 21 to April 30, the gardener's lunar calendar recommends rooting cuttings.
Prosperous days
To find the optimal period for planting, it is advisable to focus on a specific type of crop.However, according to the lunar calendar, there are general days that are suitable for sowing seedlings and any plants in open ground:
- the most favorable are April 21-22, 25 and 27;
- favorable days – 5, 7, 8-9, 12-13, 16-17;
- neutral days, when there are good chances of success - 3-4, 10-11, 23-24, 30.
On favorable days, planting plants even when the Moon is in infertile zodiac signs can be successful, but it will require more effort from the gardener
Bad days
The gardener's lunar calendar highlights negative days when planting any crops will not bring the desired result. Plants may not take root, or they may not have enough strength for harmonious growth, development and subsequent productivity. In April 2023, it is not recommended to sow during the following periods:
- undesirable days – 1-2, 14-15, 18-19, 27-29;
- prohibited days – 6, 19-21.
Unfavorable days do not prohibit you from doing other work in the garden; for example, during unfavorable periods you can do plowing and weeding. Only the full moon (April 6) and the new moon period (April 19-21) are completely prohibited for any actions with plants.
Sowing in April 2023 according to the lunar calendar
For garden crops, the lunar calendar identifies favorable days, depending on the type of plant. At the same time, there are both the most suitable periods and neutral ones, where the chances of a good harvest also remain high. For root crops, such days are:
- 7-9, 12-13, 16-17 – the most favorable days of April;
- 22.25-26 are neutral days when a good harvest is possible.
If we consider individual types of root crops, the gardener’s lunar calendar recommends paying attention to the following dates in April 2023:
- potatoes – 5, 10-13, 16-17, 21-22, 25 and 26;
- carrots, radishes, beets, celery root, horseradish, radish, radishes and daikon - 5, 7-13, 16, 17, 21-22, 25-26.
The best periods for planting onions are from 7 to 12, 16-17, 22 and 25-26 April
For other vegetable crops, the ideal days in April 2023 according to the lunar calendar are:
- Cucumbers. The most favorable days are 5, 22, 25-26. Neutral - 7-9, 15 and 17.
- It is better to plant tomatoes on April 22, 25 and 26. A good harvest can be achieved by sowing from 7 to 9, 16 and 17.
- It is advisable to sow peppers and eggplants on April 22, 25 and 26, as well as from 7 to 9, 16 and 17.
- When sown as seedlings and in open ground, cabbage will take root well on 22, 25, 26, 7-9, 12-13, 16-17.
- For spring garlic, the ideal days are from April 7 to April 13; planting can also be done on the 22nd.
- It is preferable to plant peas, beans and other legumes at 3-5, 7-9, 12-13, 16-17, 21-26, 30.
Work plan for April 2023 according to the horticultural lunar calendar
It is also advisable to carry out work with perennial fruit trees and shrubs based on the recommendations of the lunar calendar. This will allow you to prepare the crops as much as possible for the upcoming growing season and achieve a good harvest.
In addition to the lunar phases, the calendar in this case suggests taking into account the zodiac sign in which the lunar body resides. On April 1-2, the Earth's satellite is in infertile Leo. These days you can start removing strawberry and strawberry tendrils and eliminate excess raspberry shoots.
The moon in Leo is a favorable period for treating crops against diseases and pests
On the 3rd and 4th days of the month, the luminary passes into the sign of average fertility, Virgo. During this period it is recommended:
- form the crown of young trees;
- rejuvenate old fruit crops;
- spray against diseases and pests;
- water, carry out foliar feeding.
On April 5, the Moon moves into the moderately fertile sign of Libra, when it is allowed to plant stone fruit crops, in particular apricots, plums, cherries, apple trees, currants, and honeysuckle. The next, 6th day of the month, falls on the full moon, when it is not recommended to carry out any work affecting plants.
On April 7-9, the Moon wanes in the most fertile Scorpio. This is a good period for planting any stone fruit crops; rooting of species that have thorns will be especially successful. Also, the presence of the Moon in Scorpio makes vaccinations effective.
10-11 – the Earth’s satellite moves into the unproductive sign Sagittarius. However, on this day, cuttings of shrubs, as well as seedlings of strawberries, wild strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and grapes, will successfully take root.
On April 12-13, the Moon wanes in Capricorn, which is not characterized by good fertility. However, the calendar suggests planting strawberries and wild strawberries, and engaging in formative pruning of fruit crops.
14-15 – The Moon is in very barren Aquarius. The period is ideal for sanitary pruning, removal of growth and disease control.
When the Moon is in Aquarius, it is not recommended to engage in planting, as well as fertilizing and watering
16-17 – time of the fertile sign of Pisces. On this day, almost any work in the garden is acceptable, except for pruning and preventative treatments against pests.
- planting strawberries, lemongrass and grapes;
- weeding;
- sanitary pruning;
- cutting of tops.
The time of the Moon's transition from one sign to another, as a rule, has no practical significance for the gardener, especially if it occurs late at night
When is it better to take cuttings and graft crops?
The ideal days for cutting crops according to the lunar calendar in April 2023 are 3-5, 10-11, 16-17 and 30. It is recommended to plan vaccinations on 7-9, 12-13, 16-17, 22-26 days of the month.
On permitted days, grafting and cuttings of any garden crops are allowed
Prosperous days for rest
Favorable days for complete rest from any work related to plants are the periods of the new moon and full moon - April 6 and 19-21. Activities planned for these days will not only not bring the desired result, but may also negatively affect the health of crops.
Conclusion
The gardener's lunar calendar for April 2023 will help you correctly plan any activities for planting and caring for plants. In this case, it is advisable to pay attention not only to the phases of the cycle in which the Earth’s satellite is located, but also to the zodiac sign in which it falls.
