Wednesday 25th June

Wednesday 25th June
As we arrive at the New Moon, we may feel a sense of renewal and possibility. In biodynamics, the descending Moon phase that begins now—after the Moon reaches its highest point on the horizon—is considered an ideal time for sowing and transplanting, particularly for plants with a flowering nature. With the New Moon in Gemini, an air sign associated with communication, lightness, and adaptability, we may also experience a mental quickening or curiosity—a desire to connect ideas, people, and patterns. In the garden, this is a favourable moment to tend to flowers that may now be coming into full expression, and to sow new seeds—both in soil and in spirit.

Tuesday 24th June

Tuesday 24th June
As we reach the Summer Solstice, we may begin to notice pests emerging on our vegetables—requiring careful and considered management. The female aphid overwinters on nearby host plants before flying to the fresh, tender leaves of the broad bean, where she lays her eggs. These develop into colonies that produce honeydew, which quickly attracts ants. The ants seek out this sugary substance and in turn guard the aphids from predators, until the ladybirds arrive and begin to thrive on the aphids themselves. From this small interaction, we begin to see how deeply interconnected the garden organism is. We are also reminded of the value in sometimes losing a few crops—providing habitat and food so that natural cycles can unfold. A balanced garden organism can keep itself in equilibrium while giving generously to nature. This is what a biodynamic garden ultimately strives toward.

Monday 23rd June

Monday 23rd June
Today the Moon reaches perigee—its closest position to the Earth—making its forces too powerful for productive garden work. It’s an unfavourable day for sowing or planting, but a good one for reflection. We can marvel at how quickly everything has changed in the garden; stacked moments have transformed the whole landscape. The efforts we made earlier in the year now reveal themselves. Our gardens may be poised between a state of chaos and one of order. Perhaps it is this in-between space that is best—as we create both habitat for nature and clear paths and weed-free beds for our vegetables. It’s on the edges where things truly happen.

Sunday 22nd June

Sunday 22nd June
The day begins with the Moon in Aries—still sharp, still full of fire—but later she settles into Taurus, grounding us once more. Begin your day with active, outward tasks: chopping, clearing, perhaps a bit of structural repair. As Taurus takes hold, shift toward tasks that root and settle—sow carrots or beetroot, layer compost, mulch the base of young fruit trees. You may notice your own mood follow suit: from restless to rooted. Let the afternoon’s weight and steadiness guide your hands and heart back to the soil.

Saturday 21st June

Saturday 21st June
Today is the Summer Solstice—the sun stands at its highest, bathing the land in full light. It’s a moment of culmination in the year’s cycle, when growth has reached its outer limit. From here, we slowly turn inward again. The Moon shifts from Pisces into Aries, adding a burst of fire to this threshold. It’s not a day for sowing, but for honouring what has come into fullness. Tend the compost, clear spent growth, and walk the garden with a sense of reverence. Notice what the light reveals—both around you and within.

Friday 20th June

Friday 20th June
The Moon remains in Pisces while the Sun crosses from Taurus into Gemini, creating a unique moment of transition—earth loosens into air, form begins to play. You may feel pulled between stillness and stimulation, wanting both to dream and to act. Let this duality guide you: tend to your leafy plants in the morning, and use the afternoon for light planning, garden journaling, or sketching ideas. It’s a good day for working with herbs—cutting, drying, or blending. Be guided by the rhythm that flows from the cosmos and through the earth. 

Thursday 19th June

Thursday 19th June
With the Moon fully in Pisces and ascending, it’s a fertile day for leafy growth. Spinach, chard, basil, and salads benefit from your care now, and watering or transplanting these green allies will go well. The ascending Moon draws upward forces, and this combined with Pisces gives the plants a soft receptivity—perfect for misting, mulching, or checking moisture levels. We too may feel open-hearted, drawn to quiet, nourishing tasks. Embrace the calm and care for your garden. 

Wednesday 18th June

Wednesday 18th June
As the Moon moves from Aquarius into Pisces today, a shift from cool detachment to watery sensitivity may be felt within and around us. Yet, the Moon also crosses its ascending node, making the middle part of the day less favourable for gardening. Best to pause, observe, and prepare rather than act—tend to your tools, check your compost, or simply walk the garden paths and listen. Avoid sowing or planting today, especially in the midday hours. You may feel slightly unsettled or in-between, so let the day be one of reflection and light touches rather than deep action.

Tuesday 17th June

Tuesday 17th June
With the Moon fully in Aquarius, a flower sign, this is a day to work with flowering plants—cutting, collecting seed, or simply enjoying their presence. Aquarius, the water bearer, pours new life into the world, urging us toward renewal, clarity, and future thinking. Ideal for visioning, sharing, and light work, this day may feel airy, cool, and quietly inspiring—offering a chance to look ahead with fresh perspective.

Monday 16th June

Monday 16th June
The morning begins with Capricorn’s practical focus, encouraging us to tend to root vegetables and long-term preparations. As the Moon shifts into airy Aquarius in the afternoon, a more reflective tone may emerge. Aquarius brings circulation, insight, and the capacity to think beyond ourselves. It’s a good moment to review systems in the garden or collaborate on ideas—what needs refreshing? What new form might emerge?

Saturday 14th June

Saturday 14th June
As the Moon completes its journey through Sagittarius and crosses the threshold into Capricorn, we feel a shift from warmth and outward impulse to steadiness and structure. The fiery energy of Sagittarius supports fruiting plants and inspires movement, enthusiasm, and expansive thinking. As the day progresses and the Moon enters the earthy realm of Capricorn, the mood becomes more grounded. This constellation favours root development, planning, and practical work. In the garden, it’s a good time to begin preparing beds for root sowing or to focus on infrastructure and compost. In ourselves, we may feel called to channel our inspiration into form—to ground our ideas with intention and commit to the work ahead.

Friday 13th June

Friday 13th June
Today, the Moon deepens its journey through the constellation of Sagittarius. Known as the Archer in astronomy, Sagittarius brings a sense of direction and impulse into our day. In the garden, this constellation corresponds to fruiting plants such as tomatoes, zucchini, squash, soft fruits, and fruit trees. A feeling of warmth may permeate our interactions, encouraging generosity and enthusiasm in how we relate to others. Rudolf Steiner identified seven life processes shared by all living beings: breathing, warming, nourishing, individualising, maintaining, growing, and reproducing. Today offers a moment to reflect on how we carry these processes within ourselves—perhaps noticing where our strengths lie and where we might need support or renewal.

Thursday 12th June

Thursday 12th June
With the Moon ascending through fiery Sagittarius, the rhythms shift upward—bringing a renewed focus on what grows above the soil. It's a favourable day for tending fruiting crops such as tomatoes, beans, and squash. Sagittarius inspires expansion and enthusiasm, so it’s also a great time to share knowledge or plan future garden projects. As a fruit day, it's ideal for tasting biodynamic wines, when aroma and flavour are especially vibrant. Let today lift your spirits, in the garden and in life.

Wednesday 11th June

Wednesday 11th June
We have arrived at a culmination, as the full moon rises in the watery constellation of Scorpio. This moment is especially significant, as the synodic phase of the moon synchronises with its sidereal rhythm—the moon also reaches its lowest point on the horizon today. From here, it will begin its ascent over the next two weeks, making this period less favourable for transplanting, but ideal for harvesting fruits and vegetables. Under the full moon in Scorpio, we may feel a heightened emotional intensity, a pull toward transformation, and an urge to shed old layers—just as nature ripens and prepares for change.

Tuesday 10th June

Tuesday 10th June 
Today, the Moon journeys deeply through Scorpio, a transformative water sign that favours leaf crops such as lettuce, chard, and spinach. This is a potent day for sowing greens, turning compost, and tending to inner and outer renewal. Scorpio’s constellation carries the image of the Scorpion’s sting—cleansing, intense, and healing. In biodynamics, this supports work that clears the old to make way for new vitality. Emotionally, we may feel drawn inward, inviting us to reflect, release, and regenerate—just as the soil is renewed by decay.

Monday 9th June

Monday 9th June
This morning, the Moon rises in the airy constellation of Libra, favouring the flower aspect of plants. It’s a gentle window to tend to flowering herbs like chamomile, calendula, or cosmos—perfect for cutting blooms for drying or tea-making. As the day unfolds, the Moon crosses the threshold into Scorpio, a water sign connected with leaf crops and transformation. This shift brings a more inward, emotional tone, encouraging watering, composting, and sowing leafy greens like lettuce, basil, or spinach.

Sunday 8th June

Sunday 8th June
Today feels cosmically significant. We have arrived at Pentecost, 50 days after Easter—a celebration marking the birth of Christianity, when Christians believe the Holy Spirit empowered the disciples to spread the word of Jesus. At the same time, the Moon enters Libra, bringing a sense of balance. On the planetary stage, Jupiter moves into Gemini, where it will spend the next year, taking about one year to pass through this sign and 12 years to complete its full journey through the zodiac. Today, Mercury also joins Jupiter in Gemini. Jupiter is associated with kings and authority, Mercury with communication, and Gemini with light and enhanced communication—remarkably linking to the meaning of Pentecost.

Saturday 7th June

Saturday 7th June
Today, the Moon deepens into the constellation of Virgo—an earthy sign that brings a quiet attentiveness and grounded rhythm to our day. We may feel drawn to gentle order, tending carefully to practical tasks with calm purpose. With the Moon also at apogee—its farthest point from Earth—light forces are intensified, making this not only a favourable time for sowing and tending root crops, but also for caring for flowers. Roses are likely in bloom; their petals can be gathered and dried for tea or balms. The day invites us to align with a subtle harmony between earth and cosmos.

Friday 6th June

Friday 6th June
Biodynamic agriculture stems from the work of Rudolf Steiner, who delivered over 6,000 lectures throughout his life on topics such as philosophy, education, medicine, farming, and other areas of human development. Central to his worldview is a fourfold framework—the physical, etheric, astral, and ego—which provides a way of understanding the human being and all living systems. These four aspects are interwoven in biodynamic thinking, helping us perceive the farm not just as a physical system, but as a living organism imbued with life forces, sentience, and individuality.

Thursday 5th June

Thursday 5th June
With the Moon in Virgo, today is ideal for careful, grounded tasks in the garden—especially sowing and tending root crops. Virgo supports order, precision, and quiet focus, making it a good day for composting, weeding, or organising your growing spaces. As Venus moves from Pisces into Aries, a gentle inner shift occurs—from dreamy reflection to bold initiative. You may feel a renewed confidence to begin something new, especially in beauty, relationships, or creative work. Root your actions in care, and let fresh impulses arise with clarity and courage.