Sunday 31st March 2024

Sunday 31st March 2024
Happy Easter! At this moment of resurrection and ascension, the cosmic forces are reignited at dawn, bringing forth the promise of new life and renewal. Today, as the moon continues its journey through the transformative constellation of Scorpio, we are reminded of the profound changes taking place both in the heavens and in our own lives. As spring takes full hold of the season, envision the vibrant tapestry of flowers blooming, infusing the world with vitality and light.

Saturday 30th March 2024

Saturday 30th March 2024
Today, the moon continues its passage through Scorpio, a sign of intensity and transformation. In biodynamics, the Easter period is deemed an unfavorable time for gardening activities; instead, it's a moment for rest and reflection. We can utilize this time for introspection of our own lives, as a pathway towards transformation, and for contemplation of spiritual events as a means to transcendence.

Friday 29th March 2024

Friday 29th March 2024
Today marks Good Friday. The moon moves into Scorpio, a sign that holds transformational energy. Christians believe that Jesus was crucified on the cross at Golgotha on Good Friday, a day of suffering and death—a divinely predetermined cosmic necessity to pave the path for Jesus's resurrection on Easter. Biodynamic researchers have been planting vegetables every day for many decades and recording the effects of the constellations and planetary aspects. Good Friday and the great days and nights following have been shown to be unfavorable for planting until dawn on Easter Sunday.

Thursday 28th March 2024

Thursday 28th March 2024
Today, as the moon transitions from the diligent constellation of Virgo to the balanced realm of Libra, we find ourselves amidst a shift in cosmic energies. Represented by scales, Libra stands unique among the Zodiac as the only one not symbolized by an animal. It embodies the qualities of harmony and balance, creating an atmosphere conducive to socializing and nurturing relationships. In Biodynamics, this airy sign corresponds with flowers, making today an opportune time to tend to and harvest them. Flowers cut today last longer and carry an invigorated scent. Let us embrace the harmonious energy of Libra as we approach the festive spirit of Easter.

Wednesday 27th March 2024

Wednesday 27th March 2024
Today, the moon continues its onward journey through the earth sign of Virgo. It's an ideal time to prepare the soil for transplanting if the conditions are right to do so. Avoid digging if the soil is too wet, as this can cause damage to the soil structure. Instead, aim to dig the soil in a manner that allows it to crumble and open up for aeration. Try to prevent compaction, as this creates conditions that make it difficult for plant roots to penetrate the soil in their search for nourishment and grounding. Virgo is also associated with planning and attention to detail, so as you prepare your vegetable bed today, consider the placement of each plant carefully.

Monday 25th March 2024

Monday 25th March 2024
Today holds profound significance as it marks the arrival of the full moon in Libra, coinciding with a lunar eclipse. With the Earth positioned between the sun and the moon, a shadow will be cast upon the moon's surface, dimming its luminosity at varying times depending on one's location in the world. Additionally, today is the Hindu festival of colors, which aligns with the final full moon of the year according to the ancient Vikrami calendar. This festival celebrates the onset of spring, the triumph over evils, and fertility. Concurrently, it is Holy Monday in the Christian tradition, commemorating the day when Jesus cleansed the temple of Jerusalem—an act of purification and renewal in the run-up to Easter. Amidst these symbolically and culturally significant events that culminate today, let us strive for balance in our lives and contemplate the phenomena in the cosmos and in our hearts unfolding before us.

Saturday 23rd March 2024

Saturday 23rd March 2024
The moon follows an elliptical orbit around the Earth. Today, it reaches its furthest point from the Earth, known as apogee. Despite being close to full, the moon appears smaller in the night sky due to this apogee. This phase brings a flowering influence, overshadowing the warmth typically associated with the moon in Leo. Furthermore, the reduced gravitational effect on the Earth during apogee creates unfavorable cosmic conditions for tasks such as working the soil, sowing, and transplanting. Instead, consider using this time to enjoy your garden, perhaps by sketching flowers or taking a leisurely walk to observe the unfolding of spring.

Friday 22nd March 2024

Friday 22nd March 2024
Courgettes, squashes, cucumbers, and melons are all vegetables that require ample warmth to thrive and ripen. In biodynamics, they are categorized as fruits since we consume the fruiting part of the plant, which contains seeds. With the moon in the constellation of Leo, the warmth emanating from this celestial position complements these vegetables, enhancing the vitality of their fruits. However, these plants still need to grow in a warm environment, such as on a heated table, depending on your climate. In biodynamics, it's understood that lunar forces add an additional dimension to the solar and earthly influences that govern our seasons and climate.

Thursday 21st March 2024

Thursday 21st March 2024
Today, as the moon shifts into the constellation of Leo—a warm sign prominently visible in the night sky—it's an opportune moment to sow tomatoes, beans, melons, and peppers in the garden. In the cosmic theater, Venus aligns with Saturn, merging the attributes of love and beauty with discipline and long-term planning. This alignment holds significance not only for your relationships with others but also for your garden. During this beautiful time of year, when there's much to admire, it's crucial to maintain discipline in tending to your soil and plants, allowing your garden's full potential to unfold.

Wednesday 20th March 2024

Wednesday 20th March 2024
Today, the sun's position aligns precisely with the Earth's equator, heralding the arrival of the Spring Equinox. This cosmic event brings about an equal duration of night and day. For thousands of years, our ancestors revered this celestial occurrence as pivotal, recognizing it as a moment marking the transition towards longer days and the rejuvenation of the natural world. Across the globe, ancient sites like Stonehenge in England and Angkor Wat in Cambodia stand as a testament to this connection, their alignments mirroring the path of the rising sun. Let's embrace this celestial alignment as a reminder to cultivate renewal within ourselves, drawing inspiration from the eternal dance of light and darkness in the natural world.

Tuesday 19th March 2024

Tuesday 19th March 2024
Mars has now moved into the constellation of Aquarius, joining Venus once again. Meanwhile, the moon resides in the constellation of Gemini, and with a descending moon phase, it's an opportune time to sow flowers. In biodynamics, certain vegetables like broccoli and cauliflower are classified as flowers, as we consume their flowering heads. By aligning with the moon's rhythm when tending to various types of plants, we can boost their vitality. Understanding cosmic rhythms allows us to infuse vitality into our lives, whether by adhering to these rhythms or breaking free when necessary.

Monday 18th March 2024

Monday 18th March 2024
Today, with the moon in Gemini, it is an ideal day to sow flowers such as Sunflowers, Poppies, Sweetpeas, and Cornflowers. You will enjoy observing and tending to your flowers, eagerly anticipating their germination process to their full flowering. Gemini brings a favorable tendency for intellectual pursuits. Consider setting aside an hour today to read a book or study something that has caught your attention over the last couple of days, leaving you wanting to discover more.

Sunday 17th March 2024

Sunday 17th March 2024
Today, we transition from the earthy aspects of Taurus to the lightness of Gemini. The moon has waxed to its first quarter and also reaches its apex on its sidereal rhythm. This signifies the moon beginning its descent, perceived alongside the fixed stars as a distant tapestry. This marks the commencement of what is known as Northern Transplanting Time in Biodynamics. Generally, the next two weeks will be ideal for sowing seeds and transplanting. It’s time for us to flower and align with the cosmic exhaling.

Friday 15th March 2024

Friday 15th March 2024
The moon rises in the constellation of Taurus, signifying grounding and connection to earthly rhythms. Today is an auspicious time for planting, caring for, and harvesting root vegetables. In biodynamics, root vegetables such as carrots, beetroots, potatoes, and onions thrive due to their profound bond with the earth, which is further enhanced by the moon's presence in the realm of Taurus.

Thursday 14th March 2024

Thursday 14th March 2024
Today is a favorable time to begin cultivating the soil, as long as it's not excessively wet. Cultivating under a descending moon helps in moisture evaporation. When we dig the soil, we improve aeration, which supports microbial life and allows us to incorporate compost. However, digging can harm both important microbial and mycorrhizal networks in the soil. Therefore, it's essential to choose the right times to dig and opt for light cultivation tools whenever possible. These microorganisms and fungal networks are living elements in the soil that often go unnoticed, yet they orchestrate the health of our plants.

Wednesday 13th March 2024

Wednesday 13th March 2024
Today, the moon rises in the constellation of Aries, bringing with it the element of fire. This is a time to be bold and advocate for yourself when needed. It's also a favorable time to take fruit tree cuttings for grafting and to sow tomatoes and peppers. The element of fire aids in the fructification of plants grown for their fruit, enhancing sweetness. Sowing on a fruit day complements the development of fruit plants from the moment the seed touches the potting soil to the moment it is harvested. Biodynamics harnesses these cosmic rhythms. 

Tuesday 12th March 2024

Tuesday 12th March 2024
In the garden, cultivation isn't ideal at the moment due to the moon's close orbit to Earth, known as perigee. However, it's a great time to organize our gardening tools, sheds, and potting areas, or to start landscaping projects. With Pisces dominating the cosmic realm today, intuition is heightened. By tuning into this energy, our garden can reveal itself to us, leading to a day filled with joy and inspiration.

March 8

Friday 8th March 2024

As Capricorn helps us stay grounded and focused, it presents a good opportunity to consider our long-term goals and be ambitious. When in a grounded state, we can carefully consider long-term strategies and career paths. Interestingly, the word ‘consider’ has cosmic origins, stemming from the Latin word meaning to consult the stars. A balanced relationship between the cosmos and the earthly realm is a good place to be; in biodynamics, plants mediate themselves between these realms, pulled up to the cosmos while rooted in the ground. In the garden, it's a good day to apply compost to the soil, dig over vegetable beds, or apply mulch.

March 7

Thursday 7th March 2024

Today, we transition from the warmth-associated traits of Sagittarius to the grounded quality of Capricorn. If you have potatoes, carrots, beets, or parsnips that have been growing over the winter, it's a good time to tend to them—perhaps weeding around them or checking on their growth. This is also a conducive day for planning, both in your garden and in your life. I would recommend double-checking the seeds you have and ordering any additional ones you may need.

March 6

Wednesday 6th March 2024

With the moon currently in the constellation of Sagittarius, and during a period of a descending moon, it's an auspicious time for certain gardening tasks. This period is ideal for pruning fruit trees and taking cuttings from both fruit trees and shrubs for grafting purposes. Additionally, if you live in warmer climates, you can directly sow the first batch of tomato seeds outdoors. However, if your region is still experiencing colder temperatures, consider starting to sow them indoors.