Indoor plants are the decoration and joy of any home. Delighting hosts and guests with rapid growth and lush bloom, indoor plants, meanwhile, add to our hassle with transplanting. Everyone knows that there are times when, after a transplant at an unfortunate moment, the plant dies. To prevent this from happening to you, it is enough to transplant carefully and choose the right time for it. Firstly , the time of a successful transplant depends on the life cycle of the plant, its periods of flowering and dormancy, and so on. A Secondly , the state of indoor plants, like all life on Earth, is strongly influenced by the Moon! What are the laws of the lunar cycle, and how can we use them for the benefit of our houseplants?
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Lunar calendar for transplanting indoor plants - general rules
The influence of the moon on indoor plants is such that on the growing moon all their juices are concentrated in the "tops" - the above-ground part of the plant. During this period of the lunar cycle, everything favors active upward growth, the development of the stem, flowers and fruits. On the waning moon, on the contrary, all juices are concentrated on the ground - in the roots and root crops. Accordingly, concentrated in the first half lunar month- on the growing moon. However, even in this part of the lunar cycle there are several days unfavorable for transplantation.
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Houseplant transplant lunar calendar - best and worst days
So, before transplanting indoor plants on the growing moon, you should exclude not auspicious days: 1, 8 and 15 lunar day . At the same time, in 1 lunar day the plant is still too weakened after the new moon, and 8 and 15 lunar days are located at the junction of lunar phases and are generally considered not very favorable.
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If you have already decided to transplant indoor plants on the waning moon, then exclude those days on which work with plant roots is categorically contraindicated: 18, 20, 25, 29 lunar days. During these periods, the roots are especially vulnerable and their accidental damage can lead to the death of the plant.
The ideal transplant of indoor plants according to the lunar calendar falls on 3 lunar day. Using the energy of the moon on this day, you will give the plant the strength to grow and bloom for your joy for a long time to come! 🙂
Many flower growers know that there are the most favorable days for transplanting indoor plants. Flowers in the house not only create comfort, but also help reduce the general background of human exposure to ultraviolet radiation from electrical appliances.
People who are passionate about crop production know that not only lighting and proper watering important for normal growth, but also the right planting time.
How to transplant indoor plants
When transplanting indoor plants, certain rules must be observed. For example, a small pot is not always small for a plant. On the contrary, a flower can be comfortable.
How do you know when it's time to transplant a plant? Before checking the need for repotting, water the plant well and give the soil time to absorb water. Then gently lift it out of the pot along with the ground. If the roots tightly braided the ground in the shape of a pot and the soil is practically invisible, then it's time to transplant. If there is still a lot of land, and the roots are inside, then the flower feels comfortable and can be safely returned back to the pot.
It is best to start planting flowers in spring or early summer, when the representative of the home flora is in an active growth phase. In autumn and even more so in winter, due to the short daylight hours, growth is most often insignificant.
Before landing, you need to make sure that you have everything you need at hand:
- land (suitable for the species);
- a pot that is slightly larger than the previous pot (if you choose a pot that is much larger, then for a sufficiently long time the growth of the plant will be completely concentrated on increasing the root system, which will slow down the growth of the stem, flowers and leaves);
- fragments broken brick, pots or purchased expanded clay for flowers.
If planting pots are used for transplanting, in which there were other flowers before, it is strongly recommended to process them before settling new ones. Before disturbing the plant, it is abundantly watered with water and wait about an hour until it soaks the soil, then the flower is pulled out along with the ground (if the vessel is too tight, you can hold it against the wall with a knife, only very carefully so as not to damage the roots).
A little filler (clay fragments or expanded clay) is poured onto the bottom of the new pot, a little earth, after which they fill the voids along the edges of the vessel and sprinkle a little on top.
The soil near the stem must be compacted with your hands so that the plant does not squint and grows vertically. Water generously and leave for a few days in the shade.
After about a week, the flower can be transferred to its original place.
What days are favorable for transplanting indoor plants
When can you transplant indoor flowers? Favorable days for planting indoor plants can be determined using the lunar calendar. This is a reliable and proven way to determine the planting day after which growth will be most active.
Moon calendar houseplant transplants is compiled every year and is used by gardeners around the world. Many flowers (bulbs) have their own specific preferences for the seasons.
Days in 2017 when planting flowers is most favorable:
- January: 1-11, 28-31;
- February: 1-10, 26-28;
- March: 1-11, 28-31;
- April: 1-10, 26-30;
- May: 1-10, 25-31;
- June: 1-8, 24-30;
- July: 1-8, 23-31;
- August: 1-6, 21-31;
- September: 1-5, 20-30;
- October: 1-4, 7-31;
- November: 1-3, 18-30;
- December: 1, 2, 18-31.
Days when planting flowers is the least favorable:
- January: 13-27;
- February: 12-25;
- March: 13-27;
- April: 12-25;
- May: 12-24;
- June: 10-23;
- July: 10-22;
- August: 8-20;
- September: 7-19;
- October: 6-18;
- November: 5-17;
- December: 4-17.
Transplantation of indoor plants according to the lunar calendar is prohibited:
- January: 12;
- February: 11, 26;
- March: 12;
- April: 11;
- May: 11;
- June: 9;
- July: 9;
- August: 7.21;
- September: 6;
- October: 5;
- November: 4;
- December: 3.
The impact of lunar activity has nothing to do with magic. Depending on how close the Moon is to the Earth, the speed of movement of fluids in all organisms changes. That is why knowing about the days when the Moon is in the most favorable position for planting flowers is so necessary.
The moon affects all living organisms on earth, this is noticeable by the ebb and flow. Indoor flowers and plants also depend on the influence of lunar rhythms, as they contain water. Are there favorable days for transplanting indoor plants? Let's consider in which phases of the moon it is best to transplant flowers, and when the tubers and root system should not be disturbed.
Since ancient times, people have noticed the impact of planetary biorhythms on the animal and plant world. Over the centuries, knowledge has been accumulated that can help in the care of our beloved indoor flowers and plants. For example, in the first half of the lunar month (from new moon to full moon) vital juices go up - to the leaves and inflorescences. It is this time that is most favorable for transplanting plants.
Note! If you collect fruits from plants, then in the first half of the lunar month they will be the most juicy and tasty.
If a lemon or other tree grows in your house, you need to collect fruits only during the increase in the lunar disk. Hilling and loosening the soil is best done on full moon days. At this time, you can add soil to the bare roots, add fertilizer.
It is more correct to change the earth in flowerpots on the growing moon. Gardeners recommend to carry out this manipulation in the spring season (April-May), summer time (July-August) or autumn in auspicious time. If you need to change the earth in winter, this can be done in the month of December during the growth of the lunar disk.
However, the time of the growing moon must be distinguished from the new moon. A new moon is two days from the beginning of the lunar month when the disk is not visible in the sky. These days, the vital juices of flowers accumulate in tubers and roots, so they cannot be transplanted.
The new moon is ideal for forming the crown of bushes and cutting branches. On the new moon and on the waning moon, seeds are collected: in them is the concentration of the force of growth. Planting seeds collected at the specified time will ensure rapid germination and rapid growth of seedlings.
Lunar eclipses are a special time period. Flower transplantation and other manipulations are not allowed. Let the plant rest for a few days before and after the eclipse. It is believed that the influence of eclipses begins a few days before its onset and lasts for some time after.
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Moon in the signs of the zodiac
The lunar disk is like through 12 signs of the zodiac, which exert their influence on the biorhythms of the night star. For gardeners, it is important to know the following information:
- waning Moon in Scorpio and growing in the sign of Capricorn - tubers and flower bulbs can be transplanted;
- waning Moon in Cancer and growing in air signs, Scorpio and Pisces - decorative leafy plants can be transplanted;
- waning Moon in Sagittarius and Virgo, growing in Gemini - you can transplant vines and ampelous plant species.
Note! auspicious signs The zodiac signs for working with plants are Scorpio, Taurus, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn and Pisces. Unfavorable signs are Aquarius and Leo.
If the moon passes through the constellation Aries, the plants do not perceive nutrients - top dressing is useless.
The Leo constellation is also not favorable for fertilizing, watering plants and treating pests.
It is best to plant seedlings and sow seeds when the growing moon passes through the constellation Virgo or the waning moon is in the constellations of Cancer or Scorpio.
Pruning and pinching is best done when the waning moon crosses the constellations of Gemini or Aquarius.
Unfavorable and neutral days
What can be done with plants on unfavorable lunar days? It is best to leave them alone, because any manipulation will bring stress to our pets. Especially unfavorable are the days of eclipses - both lunar and solar. Transplanting flowers at this time can simply destroy them.
What can you do on neutral days according to the lunar calendar? At this time, you can feed the plants, spray with pesticides, water and loosen the soil. The plant may not survive radical changes. However, in emergency cases, the plant can also be transplanted on neutral days - if the flowerpot has broken or the plant has been attacked by pests.
Plants always delight us with their flowering and beauty of leaves. Proper care- the key to a long life of green beauties. Remember that flower transplantation is best done in warm season years: this time is completely favorable for working with the earth and tubers.
If you need to transplant a flower in late autumn, you must strictly observe the lunar phases and take into account favorable days. In winter, it is not recommended to disturb the plants, their life processes are at rest.
If the plant is transplanted taking into account the change in the lunar phases, this will not bring stress to the tubers and twigs. Flowers take root faster in a new flowerpot and do not lose their attractiveness.
If you transplant a plant without taking into account the influence of the lunar phases, it can get sick and wither. Therefore, always check your action plan with the lunar calendar and the advice of specialist astrologers. Then your flowers will always delight with lush flowering and a healthy look.
The moon has a great influence on our planet and this has long been proven by scientists. The moon, depending on the phase, has a different effect, both on the human body and well-being, and on the growth and life of plants. It has long been known that all fluids on the plane are under its control.
During the growing moon, tides occur, the water level in the seas and oceans rises. At this time, ascending sap flow occurs in indoor plants, energy flows and intensive growth occurs.
On the full moon, this process reaches its completion. By the new moon, these processes stop, and the energy in the plants rushes from the top to the roots. During this period, it is not recommended to transplant plants, as they become very sensitive, and even the most minor damage can lead to their death.
By transplanting plants, focusing on the lunar calendar 2018, you can achieve best result and more intensive growth and their flowering.
Lunar calendar for transplanting indoor plants January 2018
Since ancient times, people have noticed the influence of the moon on the life and development of plants on our planet. In order to properly grow indoor flowers, it is important to know on which particular lunar day you can transplant plants without much risk.
- Auspicious days - January 18-27.
- Unfavorable days - January 4-13.
- Neutral days are all other days.
Lunar calendar for transplanting indoor plants February 2018
It is important to remember that plants, in addition to water, also need air. The plant should not be constantly in moist soil. Do not neglect such a thing as seasonal care. IN winter time plants should be watered less often, reduced or eliminated top dressing, and kept at a cooler temperature than during flowering.
- Auspicious days - February 17-24.
- Unfavorable days - February 1-12.
Lunar calendar for transplanting indoor plants March 2018
It is important when growing indoor plants to observe certain safety measures. By following the 2018 lunar calendar, you can avoid bad transplant days. Thereby improve the growth of your flowers.
- Auspicious days - March 18-26.
- Unfavorable days - March 3-11.
- Neutral days - all the rest.
Lunar calendar for transplanting indoor plants April 2018
For each type of plant, it is worth choosing a pot of a certain volume. Carefully study the features of the plant that you decide to purchase. Some indoor flowers are first planted in small pots and only as they grow they are transplanted into pots that they need in terms of volume. Other indoor plants require planting in large pots initially. If you choose the wrong pot, then the development of plants can stop at early stage development.
- Auspicious days - April 17-25.
- Unfavorable days - April 1-13.
- Neutral days - all the rest.
Lunar calendar for transplanting indoor plants May 2018
Plants using solar energy convert water and carbon dioxide into sugar. They take the necessary minerals needed for this process from the earth. In the ground for indoor flowers, these minerals are not enough. Therefore, it is recommended to fertilize the plants.
Fertilize indoor plants only during their active growth. It is important to follow the instructions on the fertilizer packaging. Feeding times vary depending on the type of plant. An excess of fertilizer can cause irreparable harm to a houseplant.
- Auspicious days - May 16-24.
- Unfavorable days - May 1-10.
- Neutral days - all the rest.
Lunar calendar for transplanting indoor plants June 2018
On favorable days, you can safely transplant plants. The juice of plants on these days flows from the roots to the top. Damage to the roots is unlikely with careful handling of the flower.
On unfavorable days, touching the plant and replanting is not recommended. The juice of the plant flows from the top to the roots. The roots these days are very sensitive and their damage is possible, which can lead to the death of the flower.
- Auspicious days - June 14-22.
- Unfavorable days - June 1-9.
- Neutral days - all the rest.
Lunar calendar for transplanting indoor plants July 2018
Although neutral days are not unfavorable, on such days the strength and energy of the plant begins to leave it. On neutral days, it's best to leave it alone.
If the transplant is made on favorable days, then the result of plant growth will not be long in coming.
- Auspicious days - July 14-21.
- Unfavorable days - July 1-9.
- Neutral days - all the rest.
Lunar calendar for transplanting indoor plants august 2018
Choose your type carefully houseplant depending on the room where you plan to grow it. sun-loving indoor flower will not grow and bloom properly in a room where there is little sunlight. Like a shade-loving flower, it will not be able to survive in a well-lit room. In addition, group your plants, so they will look better and develop faster.
- Auspicious days - August 12-20.
- Unfavorable days - August 1-7.
- Neutral days - all the rest.
Lunar calendar for transplanting indoor plants September 2018
To grow healthy and flowering plant many indoor plant lovers follow the lunar calendar. By choosing favorable days for caring, feeding and transplanting plants, you will improve their growth, flowering and save them from danger.
- Auspicious days - September 10-20.
- Unfavorable days - September 1-8, 28-30.
- Neutral days - all the rest.
Lunar calendar for transplanting indoor plants October 2018
Before transplanting home flowers, you must first figure out if they really need to be transplanted and then replant, following the 2018 indoor plant transplant lunar calendar.
When to transplant a plant:
- An earthen ball is pierced and braided with roots, forming the so-called felt.
- When a general sign of plant weakness appears. This indicates the depletion of the earth.
- The roots of the plant began to rot.
- The roots of the flower made their way through the hole to release excess moisture.
- The earth in the pot turned sour.
- Auspicious days - October 11-18.
- Unfavorable days - October 1-8, 26-31.
- Neutral days - all the rest.
Lunar calendar for transplanting indoor plants november 2018
The time of year for transplanting indoor plants depends on their type. But basically all plants are transplanted only after the end of their flowering. If it becomes necessary to transplant a plant during its flowering, then you need to be prepared for the fact that it will shed both buds and flowers.
- Auspicious days - November 12-18.
- Unfavorable days - November 3-6, 26-30.
Lunar calendar for transplanting indoor plants december 2018
December is a time of holidays and fuss. Not always on favorable days there is an opportunity to do flower transplantation. In this case, try to avoid bad days. It is better to postpone the transplant or reschedule for a better time.
- Auspicious days - December 8-17.
- Unfavorable days - December 25-31.
- Neutral days are other days.
Transplantation of orchids according to the lunar calendar 2018
It is enough to transplant an orchid once every 3 years. It is worth starting its transplantation into a new pot with a prepared substrate only after the flowering period. By choosing for this a prosperous day according to the lunar calendar 2018.
- Prosperous days are the days when the moon enters the phase of the new moon, or as it is also called, the growing moon. During the growing moon, the juice from the roots of plants rises to the top and nourishes it. At this time, you can safely transplant a flower without fear of damaging its roots.
- For easier removal of the flower from the pot, place the pot in water for a few minutes. Carefully remove the flower, carefully taking it under the rosette with leaves. Rinse and clean the roots. Trim off rotten or dead roots with a sharp knife.
- For transplanting orchids, it is better to use a plastic pot. Make the required number of holes in it. This is necessary so that after watering excess moisture was able to get out, and the air had direct access to the roots.
- After we have prepared the pot and the substrate, we proceed to transplant the orchid. Pour a small amount of the mixture into the bottom of the pot. Gently lower the plant and slowly add the substrate so that it fills the pot to the outlet with leaves.
- Return the pot with the plant to its original place. Do not water it for three days after transplanting.
Violet transplant lunar calendar 2018
For transplanting violets, you should choose a pot that is not too large. In a small pot, the root system of violets will develop faster, and flowering will come faster accordingly.
- For better flower development, add a thin layer of river pebbles or expanded clay to the bottom of the pot. It is recommended to transplant the violet at least once every three years. The plant during transplantation is refreshed under warm shower removing weak and yellowed leaves. The substrate is changed to a new one, but the old pot is left.
- It is recommended to transplant violets during the growing moon. The violet has weak roots, and if you start replanting it during the waning moon, then the probability of damage to the flower, and then its death, is quite high.
- It is recommended to plant new flowers during the growing moon. Loosen and cultivate the land. Feed flowers.
- During this period, the violet needs more water. The days that fall on the growing moon are great for removing stepchildren. It is necessary to remove stepsons for good development and growth of the flower.
- At the moment when the moon passes from the waning moon to the growing one, it is good to fertilize and loosen the earth. It is not recommended to cut and transplant plants at this time. The duration of this phase is 3 days. It's easy to calculate. This phase begins three days before the prosperous days according to the lunar calendar and ends on the first day of these days.
