Thursday 7th August

Thursday 7th August
The Moon continues its journey through Sagittarius, a sign that aligns with fruiting plants and the fire element. This energy supports vitality, expansion, and ripening—both in the garden and within ourselves. Among the flowers, honeybees gather nectar from fresh blossoms, while wasps hover near fallen apples and plums, drawn to their fermenting sweetness. In biodynamics, we honour both: the bee as a preserver of life’s sweetness, and the wasp as a signal of nature’s return, decay, and renewal. Let us tend the fruiting plants today with awareness of this balance—between growth and return, sweetness and surrender.

Wednesday 6th August

Wednesday 6th August
With the Moon in fiery Sagittarius, we are in a fruit day—a time to tend to and celebrate the ripening gifts of summer. Tomatoes blush on the vine, courgettes swell, and berries reach for the sun. Warmth plays a vital role now, drawing sugars into the fruit and making them sweet, full-bodied, and nourishing. In biodynamic gardening, this is a wonderful time to harvest fruiting crops or sow seeds for future abundance. Sagittarius carries a generous, outward impulse—encouraging us to share our garden’s offerings with joy and purpose.

Tuesday 5th August

Tuesday 5th August
Today, the Moon reaches its lowest point on the horizon, having descended over the past two weeks. From this point, it will begin to rise again, reaching a higher zenith each day. This new rhythm supports everything that grows above the soil and marks a less ideal time for transplanting plants. At midday, we observe the Moon crossing the zodiac from Scorpio into Sagittarius—from the Scorpion to the Archer—helping us reorient toward our goals, having passed through the intensity and challenge of the Scorpion’s sting.

Monday 4th August

Monday 4th August
As the Moon moves through Scorpio, it passes near the sting of the Scorpion—marked by the stars Shaula and Lesath, symbols of intensity and transformation. In biodynamic agriculture, Scorpio is a leaf sign, making this an ideal time to tend to leafy crops, water the garden, or apply herbal teas and liquid feeds. The sting reminds us to protect what is essential. As we work quietly with leaves and water, we may also feel a call to release what no longer serves and make space for quiet renewal.

Sunday 3rd August

Sunday 3rd August
As the Moon moves from airy Libra into watery Scorpio, the rhythm shifts—from the outward beauty of flowers to the inner nourishment of leaves. In biodynamic agriculture, Scorpio is a leaf sign, making these days ideal for working with leafy crops: harvesting herbs, salads, and leafy greens, or sowing spinach, chard, and brassicas if conditions allow. Spiritually, Scorpio invites us to attune to what lies beneath—our emotional undercurrents and instinctive knowing. Just as leaves gather light and breathe for the plant, we too can open ourselves to receive, reflect, and renew.

Saturday 2nd August

Saturday 2nd August
The Moon rises in Libra, making it an ideal time to tend to the flowers in the garden—harvesting blooms to fill our homes with freshness and beauty, or to gift to loved ones and friends. Flowers bring so much joy. Under Libra’s influence, we may also sense an inner flowering. Especially as we journey towards the full Moon, we might find ourselves approaching the culmination of a project—a piece of art, a poem, or a garden task. The Moon in Libra brings a sense of balance and rejuvenation. Let us embrace this feeling and continue our work with grace and openness.

Friday 1st August

Friday 1st August
The Moon begins in the constellation of Virgo before transitioning into the light-filled sign of Libra. It waxes towards the half-moon, brimming with potential on its journey to fullness, while also reaching apogee—its furthest point from the Earth. With Libra, we are drawn into the realm of light and balance, emerging from Virgo’s quiet inwardness. In life, too, we are invited to bring things into the light—to dissolve shadows, embrace who we are, and release the secrets that hold us back. As above, so below; the cosmos offers a mirror, gently encouraging inner alignment and truthfulness.

Thursday 31st July

Thursday 31st July
The Moon continues its journey into Virgo for a third day. As we reach the end of July—the height of summer begins to unwind. The garden bursts with outward vitality, while inwardly it is quiet. Butterflies bloom across the beds, and dragonflies in all shades of colour dart along the ponds and rivers. Honeybees continue to forage nectar and pollen to store in their hives, while defending their entrances against hungry wasps. We are in the out-breath of the year, and soon nature will begin its great in-breath—drawing all that outward vitality back into the Earth, back into the soil.

Wednesday 30th July

Wednesday 30th July
We deepen into the constellation of Virgo. Gravity feels more present—we feel anchored, invited into stillness and introspection. In our gardens, this could be a time to create a space for the elementals. We might place a rock in an upright position, tie a piece of fabric to a tree branch, or install a small piece of art. In biodynamics, we seek to understand the elemental beings—those working behind the material world to support plant growth and the unfolding of activity in the garden. By creating sacred spaces, we offer reverence to nature—God’s creation.

Tuesday 29th July

Tuesday 29th July
The Moon navigates through Leo and enters the earthly sign of Virgo, which helps to root our thoughts and feelings. We may approach the day with more discernment and an air of practical seriousness. In the garden, this is an ideal time to sow root crops, as Virgo supports root development and the Moon continues its descending path. Tasks that require care, order, and attention to detail are especially well supported today. As we work quietly with the soil, we may find a gentle satisfaction in the rhythm of simple, grounded tasks.

Monday 28th July

Monday 28th July
The Moon continues to deepen into the constellation of Leo, its warming forces penetrating both the garden and our own constitutions. With the Moon descending, its influence reaches more deeply into the roots of fruiting plants such as tomatoes, courgettes, and squash—all of which thrive in warmth. Today, however, we also encounter the lunar node, as the Moon crosses the Sun’s elliptical path. This can cause some cosmic confusion, making the middle part of the day unfavourable for tending to the garden. Instead, it’s a good moment to channel Leo’s creative fire—through artistic expression, storytelling, or simply bringing a sense of joy and beauty to your surroundings.

Sunday 27th July

Sunday 27th July
As the Moon deepens into the fiery constellation of Leo, it brings a radiant, expressive quality that supports fruiting plants—making this an ideal day for transplanting crops like tomatoes, courgettes, or peppers. We may feel more courageous, playful, and motivated to share our work with others. Meanwhile, Mars shifts from Leo into Virgo, inviting a more precise, grounded approach. This planetary transition encourages us to bring creative flair into practical form—both in the garden and in our daily rhythms.

Saturday 26th July

Saturday 26th July
The Moon transitions from the constellation of Cancer to the fiery constellation of Leo, bringing warmth and astrality into our gardens. Leo lends a bold, expressive quality to the day—awakening confidence, creativity, and a sense of presence. We may feel more energised, heart-led, and drawn to generous, outward gestures. On a biodynamic farm, land is set aside for woodlands and natural ecosystems. The tops of trees attract astral forces—full of birds and flying insects—while at the roots we find all sorts of grubs and worms. By maintaining natural spaces within our gardens and farms, we invite the richness of the natural world to support and balance our cultivations.

Friday 25th July

Friday 25th July
The Moon moves around the Earth every 28 days, passing through all 12 constellations of the zodiac. Today, it deepens into the constellation of Cancer, a water sign associated with nourishment, sensitivity, and inner growth. This alignment offers an ideal window for sowing leafy greens such as salads, kale, and chard, all of which thrive under the gentle, moist influence of Cancer. With the Moon also in its descending phase, the life forces are being drawn downward into the soil, supporting strong root development and the steady growth of plants. In biodynamic gardening, this is a time to work quietly and attentively, trusting in the unseen forces that support germination and vitality beneath the surface.

Thursday 24th July

Thursday 24th July
The Moon moves into the watery constellation of Cancer, although it remains unseen as she enters her New Moon phase. The lunar forces still penetrate down to Earth, bringing their affinity with the element of water, and most notably influencing the leaf development of plants. Cancer carries a quality of care, which is a core tenet of biodynamic farming. Around the world, many biodynamic farms also serve as spaces for education and therapy, where the rhythms of the garden, embodied experience, biophilia, and sense of meaning offer a transformative, care-infused environment.

Wednesday 23rd July

Wednesday 23rd July
The Moon rises in the constellation of Gemini, mediating celestial forces and bringing them down to Earth, subtly influencing both our temperament and the energies in the garden. In biodynamics, Gemini is associated with the flowering parts of plants, which thrive under light and airiness. With the Moon descending in its sidereal rhythm, this is an ideal opportunity for transplanting flowers such as calendula and poppies into our flower beds.

Tuesday 22nd July

Tuesday 22nd July
The Moon continues to deepen into the constellation of Taurus, before swiftly moving into Gemini, shifting us from the grounding element of earth to the lighter, more mobile element of air. As it reaches its zenith on the horizon, the Moon begins its descent, initiating a two-week period ideal for transplanting vegetables, as this downward movement supports strong root development. This is a time to anchor young plants into the soil, helping them establish stability before the next growth surge.

Monday 21st July

Monday 21st July
The Moon rises in the constellation of Taurus, rooting us in our thoughts and actions. In biodynamic agriculture, when the Moon is in Taurus, it is an ideal time to tend to root vegetables, such as carrots, beetroots, and onions. In the garden, we could hoe around these root crops to prevent weeds from becoming established. Weeds can be added to a long-term compost pile, while pernicious weeds like bindweed and bramble are best burned, and the ashes can be dispersed back into the soil.

Sunday 20th July

Sunday 20th July
In the Sun’s journey through the twelve signs of the zodiac—which form a band of constellations from the perspective of the Earth—today we see the Sun transition from Gemini to Cancer, bringing a golden thread of care into our actions over the coming weeks. As we move from the masculine Sun to the feminine Moon, the Moon also reaches its closest point to the Earth, known as perigee. This strong lunar influence creates unfavourable conditions for gardening today.

Friday 18th July

Friday 18th July
The Moon begins in Pisces, inviting a quiet, reflective energy, perfect for introspection and releasing what no longer serves. As the Moon wanes toward the half moon, we may feel a sense of completion and the need to clear away what has run its course. This is a time for reflection and gentle release. Later, as the Moon moves into Aries, the energy shifts, bringing a burst of action and initiative. This transition can stir a mix of calm reflection and a growing urge to move forward. It’s a good time to focus on letting go, clearing space, and preparing for new beginnings as we embrace the spark of Aries energy.