Lunar sowing calendar for gardeners for July 2026

Following the lunar sowing calendar for July 2026 will help you achieve good results in your gardening. To achieve optimal results, it's important to consider the phases of the moon, which influence planting and care. There are also many folk beliefs that should be considered when gardening.

The influence of the moon phase on planting

Lunar cycles directly influence plant development. The moon, which is Earth's satellite, influences the tides. Since crops also contain water, they are susceptible to lunar influences.

The substance synthesized by moonlight is called etheric energy. It enables plants to thrive or, conversely, to decline. Etheric energy is invisible to humans, but it affects the body's condition.

Long-term observations of crop development have shown that the lunar rhythm influences seed germination rates. Depending on the timing of cultivation, one can expect a different yield.

Moon phases in July 2026

There are several phases of the Moon that affect the development of garden and vegetable crops.

New moon

This phase of the Moon occurs on July 2 at 10:16 pm.

Full moon

This phase begins on July 17th. It begins at 00:38.

Waxing Moon

This stage is observed from July 3 to July 16.

Waning

This stage lasts from July 18 to July 31.

Signs of the zodiac

There are a number of zodiac signs that also influence plant development:

1. Gemini – June 30–July 2. On June 30, you can prune and replant strawberries, treat plants for diseases and pests, and tend to greenhouse crops. The New Moon occurs from July 1–2. Working with plants is prohibited during this period.
2. Cancer – July 2-4. The New Moon occurs from July 2-3. Therefore, gardening is not recommended.
3. Leo – July 4-6. During this period, it is permitted to prepare hay for animals, collect seeds, and care for garden crops.
4. Virgo – July 6-8. This is a good time to replant strawberries and perennials, root cuttings, and make hay. You can also plant biennials and transplant lettuce and greens. Additionally, pruning bushes for formative purposes is recommended after flowering.
5. Libra – July 8-10. On July 9, the Moon enters a new phase. Planting is not recommended on this day. On July 8 and 10, it is permissible to transplant strawberries, perennials, take cuttings, and make hay.
6. Scorpio – July 10-12. During this period, sow greens and green manure. It's also possible to divide and replant perennials, plant biennials, water crops, and apply mineral fertilizers.
7. Sagittarius – July 12-15. During this time, it's permissible to collect seeds, prepare herbs for the winter, and tend to the garden. You can also prepare hay for livestock.
8. Capricorn – July 15-17. During this period, people prepare hay for livestock and gather herbs for the winter. The Full Moon occurs on July 16-17. No planting is done during this period.
9. Aquarius – July 17-20. The Full Moon occurs from July 17-18. It's not recommended to work with plants during this time. On other days, you can pick berries, make hay, and tend to plants.
10. Pisces – July 20-22. During this period, it is permissible to replant strawberry runners, apply organic fertilizers, and prepare beds for autumn planting.
11. Aries – July 22-25. During this time, you can dig up early potatoes, make hay, and tend to greenhouse plants. It's also appropriate to treat the garden for diseases and pests.
12. Taurus – July 25-27. On July 25, the Moon enters a new quarter. Planting is not recommended on this day. During the rest of the month, digging up early potatoes, dividing and replanting perennial crops, preparing garden beds for autumn, and tending to the vegetable garden and orchard are permitted.
13. Gemini – July 27-29. This period is ideal for harvesting, planting strawberry runners, cultivating the soil, and spraying plants against diseases. It's also appropriate to tend to greenhouse crops.
14. Cancer – July 29-31. From July 29 to 30, you can harvest root vegetables, plant radishes and green manure, compost, water plants, and apply organic fertilizers. The New Moon occurs on July 31. Working with plants is not recommended on this day.

What to plant in July according to the lunar calendar?

To achieve results in growing plants, you need to strictly adhere to the planting schedule.

Vegetables, greens and herbs

Tomatoes, physalis, peppers, eggplants, pumpkins, legumes, and various types of cabbage should be planted from July 7 to 14. Greens, root vegetables, bulbous plants, and potatoes are planted from July 21 to 26.

Orchard

It is worth planting fruit trees from July 7 to 14.

Bushes, trees and flower beds

Berry crops and seeds of annual, biennial, and perennial flowers are planted from July 7 to 14. Bulbous flowers are best planted from July 21 to 26.

Lawn and landscaping

It is recommended to plant lawn grass from July 7 to 14.

What work needs to be done in the garden and vegetable patch according to the lunar calendar?

To ensure normal plant development, it is recommended to carry out the following work:

1. Feed perennials. To prolong the flowering period, apply mineral fertilizer every 2-3 weeks. Apply to moist soil in the morning or evening. Cover with a layer of mulch.
2. Apply a layer of mulch to the tomato beds. It should be 5-8 centimeters thick. Hot weather often causes pollen sterilization. A short sprinkle will help combat this.
3. Feed the cabbage. To do this, fill a 40-liter can with weeds, manure, and wood ash. Add water and let it ferment. Take a jar of the liquid and mix it with 10 liters of water. Add 1 tablespoon of nitrophoska and feed the cabbage.
4. Water your plants regularly. Use warm water. In good weather, water in the evening, 2-3 times a week. In cold weather, water in the morning.
5. Loosen the soil around bulbous plants. This will allow for adequate light and air flow.
6. Carefully inspect the bushes after harvesting currants and gooseberries. If necessary, remove any overly long branches, get rid of old and diseased shoots, and eliminate any suckers growing inward.

Lunar calendar for gardeners for July 2026

When carrying out planting work, it is worth considering that there are favorable and unfavorable days for this.

Favorable days

When planting plants, you should be guided by the following dates in July:

• cucumbers – 8, 9, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 30, 31;
• tomatoes - 20, 21, 22, 25, 26;
• onions and garlic – 3, 4, 8, 9, 16, 30, 31;
• greens – 3, 4, 8, 9, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 30, 31;
• peppers and eggplants – 8, 9, 16, 17, 18, 27, 28;
• radish and horseradish – 3, 4, 8, 9, 16, 17, 30, 31.

Unfavorable days

It is not recommended to carry out planting work on July 12, 13, 14, and 27.

Gardener's signs in July

There are many signs that gardeners often take into account:

1. If there is heavy dew on Ivan Kupala, you can expect a good cucumber harvest.
2. If it rains on Samson, the rain will last for 7 weeks.
3. If there is a lot of sorrel, you can expect a warm winter.
4. Dry grass in the morning means it will rain at night.
5. If the moon turns green, there will be a drought.

The lunar sowing calendar's recommendations are crucial for gardeners. Strictly following all the rules will help ensure a good harvest.