Getting a quality crop can not always be guaranteed by the skills and knowledge of the summer resident. That is why experienced gardeners also take into account the lunar calendar, which is based on the laws of nature and is able to indicate the most favorable days not only for planting and planting various plants, but also for transplanting and even different types of work on the plots, which always positively affects the final result. .
What is the lunar sowing calendar for?
The influence of the moon on all living organisms is a fact long noted by scientists. It is known that changing the moon phase also affects plants and even seeds, which absorb moisture and beneficial substances from the soil through the root system, processing them into juice that feeds the aerial part of the plant. 
That is why the lunar calendar has such wide popularity among gardeners - its dates specifically indicate the days most favorable for carrying out certain garden works (sowing seeds, planting or replanting plants, etc.).
It is known that in the period of the growing Moon, the attraction of which favors the movement of juices, the movement of nutrient juices is easier and better. While the decreasing Moon contributes to the concentration of juices in the root system of the plant, which during this period is more actively growing and developing. In addition, focusing on the phase of the moon, you can find the dates when the landing is definitely not worth it.
Did you know? The earliest lunar calendar was found in Scotland, and its age is about 10,000 years.
Influence of lunar phases on plants for the Moscow region
With the arrival of spring, active events begin to be carried out to carry out numerous preparatory work in areas and in the gardens, which soon develop into planting and the further cultivation of garden crops and flowers. This is a rather troublesome period in which gardeners in the Moscow Region will have to take into account many factors: the climatic conditions of the middle zone, and the expected weather, and the recommendations of the lunar calendar. 
Depending on the phase of the moon and its location in a certain zodiac sign, it is able to indicate the most favorable dates for each of the expected procedures. Such an integrated approach is guaranteed to provide the most successful end result.
Did you know? The lunar month consists of 29.5 days, which is somewhat shorter than the usual calendar month.
Growing
Taking into account that in the period of the growing Moon, there is an active development of the aerial part of the plant and some inhibition in the processes of the root system, It is recommended to carry out the following work:
- planting, planting and planting;
- soil treatment;
- mineral fertilization in the soil;
- procedures for grafting and harvesting cuttings of trees;
- watering works (taking into account the sign of the zodiac).
Decreasing
The period of the waning moon is characterized by a strong impact on the rhizome of the plant, which leads to adverse effects in case of injury and damage. The above-ground part is not affected by this. In this phase, it is not recommended to conduct the following activities:
- sowing and planting of root crops, as well as bulbous and leguminous crops;
- sprouting sprouts;
- protective treatment of plants from the onslaught of pests and various diseases, removal of weeds;
- soil application of organic fertilizers;
- harvesting work;
- forming trim crowns;
- collecting and digging out of the ground various root crops and bulbs intended for long-term storage;
- fruit preservation, which involves heat treatment;
- drying of fruits and mushrooms.
Important! It is best to plant, plant, and replant the pot flowers in the days when the moon passes through the Virgo zodiac sign.
New moon
In the phase of the new moon, which has three days (the day before, the day of the new moon and the day after), The following work should be done:
- trimming bushes and trees, removing weeds and treating plants from pests;
- moderate soil moisture;
- the day before and after a new moon is suitable for pinching plants, which inhibits growth;
- soil loosening works.
It is highly undesirable to conduct during this period:
- planting and planting;
- vaccination procedures;
- various tillage jobs.
Full moon
As well as the new moon, the full moon period has 3 days, during which you can practice:
- thinning thickened plantations and removing weeds;
- carrying out protective treatments against invasion of pests and various diseases;
- harvesting (the exception is the full moon period, in which the moon is in the water signs of the zodiac);
- harvesting and canning vegetables and fruits without heat treatment.
During the full moon period, it is recommended to avoid the following works on the sites:
- procedures for trimming bushes or trees;
- pinching and pinching plants;
- vaccination procedures.
Important! It is highly not recommended to carry out the harvesting of planting material on the new moon and the full moon, as well as on the days that precede them.
How to use the lunar calendar
Many gardeners consider the lunar calendar as a useful tool that can significantly improve both yield indicators and the general condition of plants. However, the lunar calendar must be able to properly use, and therefore, acquiring it, you should pay attention to several nuances:
- Time zone matching - the most accurate lunar calendar compiled for a specific region. It is important to take into account the time of the ascent of the moon, as well as its presence in the zodiacal constellations. If such accuracy is impossible for any reason, it is necessary to make corrections, that is, to make a preliminary clarification of the time zone for the specified data.
- Author - The lunar calendar should have an authoritative and trusted source. Otherwise, the data may not correspond to reality, which may not only not give the desired result, but also greatly harm.
Lunar calendar of landings for 2019 in the Moscow region
Due to the climatic features and weather conditions of the Moscow region, the time for planting and sowing seeds is rather short. That is why the short period allotted for garden work should be used as fruitfully as possible, in what the lunar calendar will help. It contains general recommendations for carrying out the necessary activities for each month of 2019.
Learn more about the rules of crop rotation of vegetable crops.
January
During this month, according to the lunar calendar, gardeners rarely need to systematically visit their sites for snow removal: it is recommended to remove it from tree crowns and sprinkle them on tree trunks for greater warming of the root system of plants.
February
At the end of winter, many gardeners start sowing seeds for seedlings. Depending on the crops grown, the sowing dates vary somewhat:
- tomatoes are sown on 9, 10, 18-20 numbers;
- pepper - 18-20, as well as 26, 27.
Unfavorable days for the various works are 14-16 numbers.General recommendations:
- February 20-22, vaccinations are carried out;
- 9, 14 - picking and transplanting;
- 2, 18, 22 - thinning and weeding;
- 22 - feeding of indoor plants and seedlings with organic fertilizers;
- 20, 21, 22 - watering;
- 11-13, 15-17, 21-25 - transplantation of indoor plants.
Learn more about the lunar seed calendar for February 2019.
March
The beginning of spring is one of the most important periods of gardening. In March, work is carried out on sowing seedlings and placing some of them in greenhouses. Carrying out these activities in accordance with the data from the lunar calendar guarantees a rich harvest. 
The most favorable days for planting different crops are:
- 6 and 7, 21-25 - greens are planted;
- 7-9, 20-23 - cucumbers are sown;
- 5 and 6, 19-23 and 25-27 are the optimal numbers for sowing tomatoes;
- 4, 19, 20 and from 22 to 27 - eggplants;
- 9-23 - zucchini and pumpkin;
- 19-23 - numbers for sowing peas, beans and beans;
- 10 - bulb flowers and root vegetables are sown;
- 14 - an auspicious day for feeding indoor plants.
Fertilizer is recommended to be applied this month on March 20, 21 and 26, plowing and loosening the soil - 13, 17 and 21 numbers, and harvesting planting material - 8, as well as from 21 to 23.
April
In April, gardeners continue to engage in planting, since the time before the movement starts the juice remains quite a bit. The planting of fruit and berry crops, pruning and formation of the crown of fruit trees, removal of dry and overgrown branches, as well as frost-beaten shoots are also carried out. Despite the abundance of work, it is recommended to refrain from any actions in the area of 15-17 numbers and April 29-30.
We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the lunar sowing calendar for April 2019.
May
The third decade of spring is used as a time for sowing heat-loving crops, as well as with the onset of the flowering period of trees and fruit bushes, carrying out various procedures for the care of plants. Treatment is also necessary to prevent and control possible pests. However, the lunar calendar advises to rest 14-16 and 28-30 and not to undertake any work on the sites. As for indoor plants, transplantation of early-flowering species can be performed on 21-23, 26-31 numbers. 
June
If the planting of flowers and heat-loving plants was not carried out earlier, then June is the month in which you can catch up. However, you should not do this in the period from 12 to 14 and 29 June. If all the planting and planting were carried out during and in accordance with the lunar calendar, then this month will be the time of the first harvest of berries and greenery.
Read more about the lunar sowing calendar for June 2019.
July
Midsummer is the time of harvest, as well as the period when flowers and early maturing plants are re-planted. The lunar calendar recommends taking a short respite on July 12-14, as well as 28. Pest control will be most effective from July 20 to 23 and 25, and fertilizing with mineral fertilizers will bring the best results on the 1, 7, 18 and 23 numbers.
August
In the last month of summer, harvesting continues. Also August is suitable for sowing plants of shortened daylight hours. The pruning of bushes and fruit trees is best done on the 16-25th, and fertilizing the soil with organic matter is August 9, 22, 24 and 25. But 10-12 and 26, 27 numbers are recommended to refrain from any work. 
September
In September, harvesting continues in many districts of the Moscow region, and work on preparing the soil for sowing begins. Favorable days for irrigation will be the 1, 6, 7, 28 numbers, for loosening the soil - 13, 18, 23, 27, for sanitary pruning - 15-24 numbers. The rest period falls on September 8-10 and 25.
You will be interested to know about the lunar calendar of the gardener and gardener for September 2019.
October
In mid-autumn, the work on harvesting usually ends and active preparation for wintering begins. According to the calendar, October 13, 18, and 20 are the most successful days for introducing compost into the soil, and 13–18 for thinning and weeding. Unfavorable numbers for any activity on the site are considered October 8-10 and October 23-25. 
November
The end of autumn is the final month - by this time winter crops were most often sown and sanitary pruning of trees was carried out. All that remains is to collect and remove dry leaves from the site (such waste is partially burned, and partly goes to the soil mulching).
We advise you to get acquainted with the lunar calendar florist for November 2019.
December
This is a month, which, if you act according to the lunar calendar, allows you to rest, calmly prepare planting material and equipment for the next year, as well as fertilizer and pest control products. 
To follow or not to follow the lunar calendar - the choice of each. However, this tool can be an excellent helper, which, in combination with all agrotechnical measures, can guarantee a high-quality and rich harvest, despite the climatic and weather conditions of the region.
