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October is the most suitable autumn month for putting things in order in order to prepare it for the coming winter. During this period, planting winter crops, collecting late harvests, and processing perennial plants and trees are allowed. The gardener's lunar sowing calendar for October 2023 will help you choose the right dates for certain events. Its main feature is that it focuses on the natural biorhythms of plants, which allows in the future to qualitatively prepare them and the soil for cold weather and get a good harvest in the new season.
Lunar calendar for gardeners for October 2023
According to experienced gardeners, if you focus your gardening activities on the recommendations of the calendar, you can achieve proper preparation of the soil for winter, and also count on rapid growth and fruiting in the next season. Of course, it is important to pay attention to weather conditions, as well as the climatic features of a particular region.
Moon phases
During a full cycle, the Moon revolves around the Earth in an average of 29 days.At the same time, it is in four phases - waxing, full moon, waning and new moon. The gardener's lunar calendar takes into account not only this moment, but also the zodiac sign in which the celestial body is located on a particular day. In this way, certain periods can be distinguished for planting and caring for crops:
- for planting crops that yield above ground, the optimal time is considered to be the period of the waxing Moon in fertile signs, including Cancer, Scorpio, Taurus and Pisces;
- It is recommended to plant root crops during the waning of the Moon in the same zodiac signs.
It is also not forbidden to manipulate plants when the Moon is in less fertile signs, however, according to the lunar calendar, not all of them will be effective.
When the Moon is in fertile zodiac signs, planting of any plants is allowed according to the calendar
The phases of the moon in October 2023 are as follows:
- 1-13 - the Earth's satellite is decreasing;
- 14 - new moon;
- 15-27 - The moon is growing;
- 28 - full moon;
- 29-31 - a new growth phase begins.
Good and bad days for gardening
In October, it is permissible to sow seeds of plants with late harvest dates, which are planned to be grown in a heated greenhouse or at home. The choice of suitable days depends on both the phase of the moon and the type of crop.
The following days are considered favorable for planting vegetables in October 2023:
- cucumbers - 16-17, 25-26, 1-2, 6-7, 29-30;
- tomatoes - 16-17, 25-26, 1-2, 6-7, 29-30;
- onion - 1-2, 6-7, 29-30, 16-17, 20-21, 25-26;
- garlic - 1-2, 29-30, 16-21;
- any greens - 16-17, 25-26, 1-2, 6-7, 29-30;
- root crops, including winter crops - 1-2, 6-7, 29-30, 16-17, 20-21, 25-26.
In October, rooting of seedlings of fruit trees and berry bushes is also allowed. The gardener's lunar calendar recommends choosing the following dates, depending on the type of crop:
- raspberries and blackberries - 6-7, 16-17, 25-26;
- berry bushes - 1-2, 6-7, 16-17, 20-21, 25-26, 29-30;
- grapes - 6-7, 16-19, 25-26;
- fruit trees - 1-2, 6-7, 16-17, 20-21, 29-20.
In October, you can plant bulbous flowers and roses if the autumn was warm and frosts are not expected in the next month
Gardener's lunar calendar for October 2023 according to zodiac signs
When choosing days for certain events in the garden, it is recommended to rely not only on the phases in which the celestial body is located, but also on the zodiac sign under whose protection it is located.
On October 1 and 2, the Moon is in the sign of Taurus, which is considered fertile. On these days, the following activities on the site are recommended:
- planting winter onions and garlic in open ground;
- planting leeks and spring onions in greenhouses;
- rooting of fruit and berry trees and shrubs;
- storing root crops and potatoes in a dark room for later growing;
- Digging the beds with the addition of organic nutrients.
At the beginning of the month, it is undesirable to replant plants, as well as any procedures affecting their roots.
On October 3-5, the waning Moon moves into the sign Gemini, which is considered infertile.These days you can harvest crops and seeds for storage, dig up the soil, and prevent diseases and pests. The lunar calendar does not recommend transplanting and picking plants during this period.
On the 6th-7th days of the month, the Earth’s satellite continues to decline and moves into the fertile sign Cancer. In the garden and in the greenhouse you can sow celery, root parsley and perennial onions. In the northern regions you can plant winter crops - radishes, carrots, sorrel, onions, radishes. During this period, it is not recommended to store root crops, or to spray plants with chemicals.
From October 8 to October 10, the Moon wanes in barren Leo. The gardener's lunar calendar does not recommend fertilizing and watering plants on these days. The following events are allowed:
- collecting vegetables for long-term storage;
- digging and replanting perennial onions;
- replacing soil in the greenhouse;
- digging up the site with the application of fertilizers;
- weed and pest control.
The moon in Leo is considered a good period for sanitary pruning of fruit trees
11-12 the celestial body passes into the sign of Virgo, characterized by average fertility. This is an excellent time for organizing fertilizing, collecting compost, forcing greens and root crops of beets and parsley. You can dig up the beds with the addition of organic matter, and also fight underground pests with chemicals.
October 13-15 are new moon days, when any work in the garden is undesirable, as it will lead to the death of plants.
On October 16-17, the Moon begins to grow in fertile Scorpio, when you can plant the following crops:
- winter garlic, sorrel and onion;
- root cauliflower seedlings in a greenhouse;
- fruit trees and shrubs;
- vitamin greens in the greenhouse.
However, these days it is undesirable to touch the roots of any crops, dig up potatoes, or prune perennials. You can only bury the seedlings on the site until spring.
On 18-19, the Earth's satellite moves into the infertile sign Sagittarius. However, during this period, the gardener’s lunar calendar allows for planting winter garlic and onions, collecting seeds, and harvesting root crops for long-term storage. You can force any greenery, but it is recommended to postpone watering and pruning perennial crops to other days.
On October 20-21, the Moon grows in the sign of Capricorn, which is considered moderately fertile. This is an ideal time to plant root crops for long-term storage; crops can be treated against pests and diseases, including pre-winter prevention. It is allowed to plant winter garlic, onions, and horseradish. Any work related to plant roots is undesirable.
On October 22-24, the celestial body moves into the barren sign of Aquarius. The following activities are allowed on these days:
- harvesting with storage;
- seed collection;
- tillage;
- preparing soil for growing seedlings at the end of winter.
However, under Aquarius, it is undesirable to carry out any crops; watering and adding nutrients are prohibited.
25-26 The moon grows in the fertile sign of Pisces. You can carry out pre-winter sowing of green crops, planting spinach, watercress, mustard greens, celery, beets, chard and all types of onions in the greenhouse. You can plant cauliflower in a dark place for growing. Watering and fertilizing are allowed only in moderate quantities.
The Moon in Pisces is considered not a very favorable period for pruning plants and treating them with poisons
On October 27, the waxing Moon moves into the barren sign of Aries.It is not recommended to sow any crops, prune, transplant, or shape. These days, it is advisable to start harvesting crops for long-term storage, digging up the soil, preventing diseases and pests, as well as replacing soil in greenhouses and greenhouses.
October 28 is the day of the full moon and complete rest from any business on the site.
Days 29-30 of the second autumn month - the waning Moon in the fertile sign Taurus. If weather conditions permit, you can plant winter crops:
- Luke;
- garlic;
- beets.
You can root greens in a greenhouse; digging up the area and adding organic matter is encouraged. Also these days it is effective to store root vegetables.
On the last day of the second autumn month, October 31, the waning Moon moves into the infertile sign Gemini. You can harvest crops for long-term storage, collect seeds, and prevent diseases and pests. It is also recommended to dig up the soil and add green manure. It is not advisable to:
- transplant;
- pick.
Lunar calendar for preparations in October 2023
In addition to harvesting and preparing for winter, in October you can continue preserving for the winter. Favorable days of the month for all preparations are 1-5, 8-10, 13, 18-22, 27, 29-31.
It is also undesirable to engage in conservation on the days of the full moon and new moon.
Favorable days for rest according to the gardener's lunar calendar in October 2023
Based on the prohibitions of the lunar calendar, you should take a complete break from any garden work during the periods of the new moon and full moon. In October 2023 - this is 13-15 inclusive and 28.
Conclusion
The gardener's lunar sowing calendar for October 2023 will be a real guide for both beginners and experienced gardeners; it will help you choose the right dates for sowing winter crops and properly prepare the area for winter. However, you need to follow his advice, focusing on weather conditions, since even on suitable days during rainy autumn, crops should not be irrigated.
