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The lunar calendar for March 2023 helps to properly plan plant growing activities in order to achieve a good harvest in the coming season. Most summer residents start growing seedlings in February, when there is snow on the plot. However, the most favorable time for planting future crops begins in March.
Using the calendar, you can determine not only a good day for sowing seeds, but also for carrying out other agricultural work
The influence of lunar phases on plant growth and productivity
The duration of the lunar cycle is 29.5 days, and only that part of the satellite that is illuminated by the Sun is visible from Earth. Because the Moon constantly rotates, the angle between it and the planet changes. This is how the lunar cycle is created, when the visible part of the satellite in the sky is different.
Each phase of the moon has a different effect on the growth and development of plants.When the Earth's satellite grows, this is accompanied by the movement of juices from the roots to the tops, which makes the period most favorable for planting crops that bear fruit above the soil.
During the growth of the Moon, fertilizing, grafting and cuttings will be effective.
During the waning moon, the juices and energy in the plant move in the opposite direction - from the top to the roots. Accordingly, this period is most favorable for planting root crops. Additionally, you can engage in preventive treatments against diseases and weed removal.
The new moon and full moon are special periods of the lunar cycle when any activities affecting plants are undesirable. Even planting seeds, as a rule, does not sprout, and if they do appear, they do not have sufficient strength for harmonious growth and development.
During the full moon and new moon, it is allowed to remove weeds, as well as to engage in staking of crops, but it is advisable to leave these days for complete rest
In addition to clear rules that should be followed on a certain lunar day, there are many nuances. For example, attention is paid to the type of crop, the purpose of its cultivation and cultivation methods.
Lunar gardening calendar in March 2023
The full lunar cycle in March 2023 is divided into the following dates:
- March 1-6 — The moon is growing, the most effective will be plantings that are grown for above-ground fruits;
- March 7 is a full moon, a time of rest, when it is not recommended to engage in any activities related to plants;
- March 8-20 - the Earth's satellite is waning, these days the most effective will be planting root crops, including all types of bulbous plants;
- March 21 - new moon and time of rest;
- March 22-31 - The moon again enters the growth phase, when it is possible to sow crops that yield above the stems.
During the new moon, it is advisable to abandon gardening work also the day before and after
March lunar gardener calendar 2023
As a rule, work is not carried out in the open ground in March, even in the southern regions, since the ground has not yet fully warmed up. However, you can start the gardening season in closed (for the south) or heated greenhouses (more northern areas). In addition, this month, judging by the lunar calendar, is the ideal time for sowing and caring for seedlings at home.
To make any activities as effective as possible, pay attention to the phases of the Earth's satellite. The most favorable days in March, depending on the type of work, are:
- soaking seeds - 1-3, 9-17, 20, 24-30;
- plowing, hilling, loosening the soil, including replacing soil mixtures in containers - 1-6, 8-15, 18-20, 22-23, 26-31;
- prevention of diseases and insect pests - 6-19, 22-28;
- picking and other types of transplantation, root division - 1-3, 6-7, 15, 26-30;
- pinching, pinching, any types of pruning, including crown formation - 8-10, 16-21, 29;
- application of fertilizers of any kind - 1-3, 6-17, 20, 24-30;
- all types of irrigation, including foliar spraying - 1-3, 6-12, 16-17, 20, 24-25, 29-30;
- thinning seedlings, weeding greenhouse seedlings - 1-6, 8-15, 18-20, 22-31;
- planting trees and shrubs (for southern regions) - 6, 8-17, 20, 24-28;
- grafting and budding - 1-6, 15, 22-31.
March lunar sowing calendar 2023 for seedlings
In March 2023, relying on the advice of the lunar calendar, you can begin sowing vegetable crops with seeds for seedlings. By choosing the most favorable days for such events, you can get the strongest and healthiest seedlings, which will easily take root in the open ground with the arrival of warmer weather.
Prosperous period
Throughout March, there are common days that are considered the most successful for sowing seedlings. The most favorable days for any vegetables are 1-3, 24-25 and 30 days of the first spring month.
It is allowed to plant seed for seedlings from 9 to 12, 16, 17, 20 and 29 March
In addition to general days that are suitable for agricultural activities, the lunar sowing calendar offers favorable periods for germinating seeds of certain crops:
- cucumbers - 1-3, 9-12, 24-25, 29-30;
- eggplants and peppers - 1-3, 11-12, 24-25, 29-30;
- cabbage of any kind - 1-3, 11-12, 16-17, 24-25, 29-30;
- garlic - 11-17, 24-25;
- tomatoes - 1-3, 11-12, 24-25, 29-30;
- onions - 1-3, 11-12, 16-17, 24-25, 29-30;
- zucchini, pumpkin and squash - 3, 12-13, 15-16, 23, 30;
- any types of greens - 1-3, 11-12, 24-25, 29-30.
For sowing root crop seeds, in accordance with the lunar calendar, the optimal days are 1-3, 11-12, 16-17, 24-25, 29-30 days of the month. Moreover, the most successful periods are considered to be 11-12 and 16-17, when the Earth's satellite is in a decreasing phase.
Bad days
Absolutely prohibited days for planting seeds in March according to the lunar calendar are the periods of new moon and full moon. For the first month of spring, these are the 7th and 20th to 22nd days of the month inclusive.
Lunar gardening calendar for March 2023
In addition to sowing seeds on the windowsill and planting various vegetable crops in closed greenhouses, the lunar calendar for March 2023 recommends taking up gardening activities. This is especially true in regions where climatic spring begins early. In particular, you can gradually remove covers from perennial crops, providing them with ventilation.
You can completely remove the cover from perennials when the ground has completely warmed up.
According to the recommendations of the lunar calendar for March 2023, the following work can be carried out in the garden in the first spring month:
- sanitary pruning of trees - 4-6, 8, 16-19, 26-28, 31;
- rejuvenating pruning of trees and shrubs, crown formation - 4-5, 9-10, 16-19, 24-25;
- adding organic matter to fruit trees and shrubs - 11-13;
- planting fruit and berry crops in the southern regions (necessarily based on the climatic conditions of the month) - 24-25;
- treatment of trees and shrubs against diseases and wintering pests (only in warm weather) - 14-15, 26-28.
Additionally, the gardener’s lunar calendar for March 2023 recommends laying lawns, but provided that the snow has already cleared from the area. The following days of the month are considered optimal for these events: 1-7, 15, 21-25, 29-31.
Those who plan to dig a well at their summer cottage are advised to pay attention to the period from March 1 to 3, 7, 11-12, 15, as well as March 20, 29 and 30
March is the beginning of active activity in the flower garden.The lunar calendar recommends that flower growers pay attention not only to the phase of the Earth’s satellite, but also to the zodiac sign in which it resides. This rule is especially effective for annuals. For example, from March 1 to March 3, the Moon grows in the productive sign of Cancer; the period is considered excellent for planting such crops, especially petunias. No less productive for annuals will be March 6 (Virgo), 8 (Virgo), 11-13 (Scorpio), 29-30 (Cancer).
Those who plan to plant perennial plants should start activities on March 6, 8-13, 16-17, 24-25
Don't forget about order in your garden. Before the start of the active planting season, it is necessary to take care of minor repairs so as not to be distracted by them later at the height of the gardening season. An approximate list of effective activities by day for March, which the lunar calendar offers:
- 1 — whitewashing of trees and small shrubs, repair of greenhouses and greenhouses;
- 2 - cleaning garden paths;
- 5 - removing shelters from perennials if the threat of return frosts has passed;
- 9 — repair of outbuildings;
- 12 - cleaning dry leaves, ensuring aeration of the lawn if the snow has melted;
- 20 — repair of outbuildings and greenhouses;
- 23 — prevention and repair of garden equipment;
- 31 - disinfection of greenhouses and greenhouses, if plants have not yet been planted in them.
You can clean up garbage on the site any day of the month, but only if the snow has melted
When to trim trees in March 2023 according to the lunar calendar
In spring, it is customary to engage in sanitary pruning of trees and shrubs, as well as crown formation. The lunar calendar suggests certain days when cultures will endure these events less painlessly:
- removal of dry branches - 4-6, 16-17, 23, 31;
- crown formation - 9-10, 16-17, 18-19, 24-25;
- cutting of tops - 4-5, 31.
When to graft and graft according to the lunar calendar of March 2023
Grafting and cuttings are activities that can cause some damage to fruit and shrub crops. To quickly adapt plants and obtain a positive effect from such procedures, the gardener’s lunar calendar for March 2023 recommends choosing the following dates of the month:
- vaccination - 1-3, 11-13, 16-17, 24-30;
- Preparation of cuttings - 9-10, 16-17, 29-30.
Optimal dates for re-vaccination are March 24 and 25
Conclusion
The lunar calendar for March 2023 will be an excellent assistant for a gardener who plans to get a good harvest of vegetable and fruit crops. However, it is important to take into account not only recommendations regarding the phases and zodiac sign in which the celestial body resides, but also rely on the climatic features of the region.
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