Before planting tomato seeds for seedlings, many gardeners turn to the lunar calendar. It helps identify the most favorable days for sowing to ensure strong growth and a healthy root system. Here’s a guide for 2024 to help you plant your tomatoes at the right time.
Sowing Late Tomato Varieties:
For late varieties of tomatoes, sowing should begin in January. The most favorable days are:
- January 24, 25, 29, 31
You can also extend sowing into February, with good days being:
- February 1, 2, 3, 21, 24, 25, 26
Sowing Mid-Ripe and Early Tomato Varieties:
As spring begins, it’s time to sow mid-ripe and early varieties of tomatoes. The best days for sowing in March are:
- March 1, 2, 3, 24, 25, 29, 30
In April, sowing can take place on the following favorable days:
- April 4, 5, 24, 25, 29, 30
Avoid Sowing on Full and New Moon Days:
Avoid sowing your tomato seeds on the full moon and new moon, as these phases can negatively affect the growth of your seedlings.
By following this lunar calendar, you’ll increase your chances of a strong, healthy tomato crop in 2024. Happy planting!
