While some of the lunar calendar carefully follow and examine which sign is the moon, others are at the wave of hand. But one thing is certain – nature goes on its own and the moon has a greater effect on plants than it may seem. If you want the potatoes to keep your harvest after the harvest, they had a nice peel and could be stored for months without any problems, try to follow what generations of gardeners and lunar calendar recommend.
Potatoes are a grateful crop – when they are doing well, they do a lot of use and supply the pantry for months. But do you know that the timing of harvest can affect not only the weather but also the phases of the moon? According to the lunar calendar, there are specific days, when harvesting, such as potatoes, brings better yield and longer shelf life. How does it work and when to go with a spade on the flower bed this year?
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What has the moon in common with potatoes
Gardening according to the Moon is an ancient method that takes into account the individual phases of the lunar cycle – from nova to full moon. Just as the moon affects tides and tides, it is believed that it also affects the movement of the sap in plants. The ascending phase (between the novo and the full moon) promotes the growth of the above -ground parts of the plants, while the decreasing phase (from the full moon to the nova) wishes to those that grow underground – and hence potatoes.
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Just In the phase of the dim moon when energy turns down to the roots, it is recommended to harvest root vegetables. At that time, the tubers have less water, are stronger and have a better chance of long storage without rot.
The ideal phase for harvesting
According to the lunar calendar Ideally in days when the moon is in a sign that supports work with root vegetables – for example, in the sign of Capricorn, Taurus or Virgin. These days are referred to as “root days” and bring the best conditions for harvesting and further harvesting of crop, such as sorting or storage.
It is important to watch not only the phase of the moon, but also the weather. Wet clay is not ideal, because the tubers are dirty and are easier to harm. On the contrary Warm, dry day in the period of the declining moon is ideal.
Specific data for this year
Watch the August and September for this year’s harvest. For example, in August 2025, a full moon falls on August 9 – that is, the ideal harvest period occurs from August 10, when the Moon is declining. Even better choice is the days around 12-15. August, if they also fall on the root days.
Similarly, other harvesting periods can be followed according to the second planting – in late potatoes, the ideal harvest at the turn of September and October is often published.
Will also help common sense
Whether you follow the lunar calendar accurately or just in part, one always pays, do not rejoice potatoes in the rain, even when the soil is wet. Moisture in the soil increases the risk of damage and subsequent rotting. Allow harvested potatoes to dry and sorted in a dark, cool and dry place. And if the date of harvest comes out on a favorable phase of the moon, you can rejoice in good harvest and long durability.
