Monthly Sowing Calendar for March: Favorable and Unfavorable Days

As cold weather lingers, preparing for garden work becomes essential. March is a great time to sow plants for seedlings, and following the lunar calendar will help ensure strong growth and a bountiful harvest.

Moon Phases in March 2023

  • 01.03-06.03: Growing Moon
  • 07.03: Full Moon
  • 08.03-20.03: Waning Moon
  • 21.03: New Moon
  • 22.03-31.03: Growing Moon

Sowing Calendar

Favorable Days for Sowing

  • Vegetables:
    • 02.03-03.03, 09.03-13.03, 16.03-17.03, 24.03-26.03
  • Potatoes and Jerusalem Artichokes: 16.03-17.03
  • Sweet Potato: 09.03-13.03, 16.03-17.03
  • Beets, Carrots, Parsnips: 09.03-13.03
  • Radishes: 02.03-03.03, 09.03-13.03, 16.03-17.03, 29.03-31.03
  • Onions, Garlic, Leeks: 09.03-11.03, 16.03-17.03
  • Tomatoes, Physalis: 02.03-03.03, 24.03-26.03, 29.03-31.03
  • Peppers: 12.03-13.03, 22.03-26.03
  • Cucumbers: 02.03-03.03, 12.03-13.03, 29.03-31.03
  • Cabbage (Early and Late): 09.03-11.03, 24.03-26.03
  • Herbs:
    • Dill and Fennel: 16.03-17.03, 24.03-26.03
    • Basil, Motherwort, Rosemary: 02.03-03.03, 12.03-13.03, 29.03-31.03

Unfavorable Days for Sowing, Planting, or Transplanting

  • 07.03
  • 14.03-15.03
  • 18.03-21.03

Favorable Days for Gardening Activities

  • Weeds: 07.03, 14.03-15.03, 18.03-19.03, 22.03-23.03
  • Seed Germination: 02.03-03.03, 09.03-13.03, 16.03-17.03, 24.03-26.03, 29.03-31.03
  • Pruning and Thinning: 09.03-11.03, 16.03-17.03
  • Pest and Disease Management: 01.03, 04.03-08.03, 18.03-19.03, 21.03-23.03, 29.03-31.03

By adhering to this sowing calendar, you can optimize your planting efforts and set the stage for a thriving garden this season!

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