Lunar sowing calendar for July 2025: planting schedule by days and phases of the moon

Gardeners and gardeners use the lunar sowing calendar when planting plants. At the same time, the influence of different phases of the Moon on living organisms was discovered in ancient times and is considered relevant today. Thanks to long-term observation of the Earth's satellite, people have identified the most favorable days for various types of gardening. Izvestia investigated what work is recommended to be carried out in July 2025.

Moon phases in July 2025: landing schedule

The lunar calendar of sowing and planting provides an accurate description of gardening activities for each day. Experts agree that such calendars were used by the most ancient farmers of the Stone Age. Asian countries attach special importance to the mystical forces of the various phases of the moon.

It is generally believed that the inhabitants of ancient Mesopotamia, the Sumerians, created the lunar calendar. They were the first to notice the pattern with which the Moon appears in the sky in its various phases, as well as the influence of these periods on nature. The principle of making a sowing calendar is based on the lunar phases: new moon, full moon, waning and waxing moon. At the same time, the lunar month is shorter than the solar month and has 29.5 days, the period between two new moons.

From the point of view of science, the Earth's natural satellite does have an impact on certain processes. So, some plants and bacteria enter the stage of development only at certain phases of the moon. For example, for certain plants, only moonlight is needed to start photosynthesis. The lunar phases also have their effect on the geomagnetic disturbance of the Earth and on the metabolism of living beings.

Thanks to the lunar sowing calendar, gardeners and gardeners receive an accurate and detailed description of the work for each calendar day. However, it should be remembered that the lunar sowing calendar cannot guarantee a good harvest — an excellent result consists of many other factors.

The most inopportune time for planting crops is the new moon, the most favorable is the rising moon. During this phase, the Earth satellite promotes the growth of a strong root system and growth. Agronomists do not recommend transplanting crops during the full moon: at this time, weeding and loosening should be preferred. During the waning moon phase, experts recommend starting to sow and transplant any crops.

In July 2025, the phases of the moon will change as follows:

— Waxing Moon (July 1-9);

— full moon in the zodiac sign Capricorn (July 10);

— Waning Moon (July 11-23);

— new moon in the zodiac sign Cancer (July 24);

— Waxing Moon (July 25-31).

In July, summer residents are already enjoying the fruits from early crops and crops from the winter beds. By the middle of the month, the cherry season is underway, raspberries are actively ripening, and strawberry harvesting continues or ends depending on the region. By the end of the month, the first apples, grapes and some varieties of melons begin to enjoy the harvest.

Cherry on the tree

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In order not to leave the beds empty after harvesting early vegetables, in the middle of summer, you can re-sow the vacant areas. This is a good time to plant greens, such as spinach, arugula, watercress, lettuce, and spring onions. These crops can be sown every two weeks so that fresh herbs are always at hand. In addition, in July it is permissible to plant radishes, daikon, late cucumbers, corn, legumes, asparagus beans and early cabbage varieties.

When to plant and harvest in July 2025

In July 2025, it is better to plan work in the vegetable garden and orchard taking into account the lunar phases, since they affect the growth and development of plants. From July 1 to July 9 and from July 25 to July 31, the moon will be in the growth phase. This is the most favorable time for planting and transplanting vegetables, herbs, flowers and ornamental crops.

You can plant cucumbers, zucchini, peppers, tomatoes, lettuce, dill, parsley, as well as carry out fertilizing, watering and pinching. During the same period, cuttings take root well and seedlings develop. The full moon will come on July 10 — on this day it is better to refrain from planting and active excavation work. It is recommended to start harvesting, pruning and drying herbs.

From July 11 to July 23, the moon will be waning — this time is suitable for harvesting, especially root crops, harvesting, drying herbs, sanitary pruning, pest and disease control, as well as loosening the soil. Sowing operations in this phase are unproductive.

Potato harvesting

Photo: IZVESTIA/Eduard Kornienko

July 24 is a new moon, an energetically unfavorable day for landings and transplants, it is worth devoting it to planning, preparing tools and cleaning. On July 25, a new cycle of the growing moon begins, and planting greenery, radishes, flowering plants and strawberries becomes relevant again.

Thus, in the first and last week of July, it is advisable to carry out planting and active work, in the middle of the month — to harvest and take care of the garden, and on the new moon — to rest and prepare for a new stage.

Thus, in the first and last week of July, it is advisable to carry out planting and active work, in the middle of the month — to harvest and take care of the garden, and on the new moon — to relax and prepare for a new stage of country life.

At the end of the month on July 30 and 21, 2025, gardeners need to harvest root crops, set aside time for pest control, and carry out loosening and hoeing. Growers during this period can quite successfully plant ampel and climbing flowers.