Lunar calendar of the gardener for February 2025: what work should be done now
In February, gardeners and gardeners are actively preparing for the new season. Despite the winter weather, you can already start preparatory work now, so that spring does not take you by surprise. According to the lunar calendar, February is favorable for planning plantings, checking and preparing seeds, preparing soil for seedlings, as well as pruning fruit trees and shrubs. At this time it is important to check the condition of perennials, renew or add insulation. You can engage in the preparation of cuttings for spring grafting, sanitary pruning of trees, removing dry or damaged branches. During this period, it is worth paying attention to protecting plants from frost, especially if there are strong temperature changes.
February is also a good time to check and repair garden tools, plan crop rotation, and feed indoor plants. In the second half of the month you can sow crops with a long growing season: peppers, eggplants, celery, as well as early varieties of cabbage. Following the phases of the Moon, you can choose the right days for sowing and transplanting crops, which will contribute to their healthy growth and development in the future season.
These are better dates to choose for work in February 2025.
Dates for work in February
Greenhouse crops and vegetable seedlings 1, 8, 10,15, 21,25
Sweet pepper 7, 11, 19, 20, 21
Tomatoes 5, 6, 9, 10, 16, 20
Strawberries (seeds) 6, 7, 11, 15, 16
Seedlings of trees and shrubs 4, 9, 10, 25-26
Flowers 5, 6, 10, 19, 21
Basil, parsley, dill 1-4, 8, 15-16, 20
Unfavorable days 12, 13, 14, 26, 27, 28
Learn more about what work to do during February:
February 1 - in the garden you can prune trees and bushes, prepare cuttings. You can pay attention to indoor plants: water them, do pest treatment, or transplant them. The day will be favorable for germinating peppers, onions and eggplants.
February 2-3 - in the greenhouse you can plant spicy herbs for salads and decorating dishes. It is also recommended to prepare equipment and tools. If the days are fine, you can treat and prune trees.
February 4-5 - this period is perfect for planting sweet pepper seeds, early cabbage and eggplants. You can experiment with flowers, they will take root well and will delight with their buds.
February 6-8 - you should refuse to work in the garden or greenhouse. But check and re-collect your harvest, which is stored in the cellar or other place. You can also prepare soil for seedlings and, if necessary, carry out snow removal.
February 9-10 - the days are perfect for planting seeds of early vegetables, herbs and for growing seedlings in a greenhouse or in the house. You can also sow seeds of perennial and annual flowers.
February 11-12 - Full Moon. This period is not suitable for active work in the garden or vegetable garden. It is better to devote it to protect the site from rodents and pests, check garden tools and loosen the soil in indoor plants.
February 13-14 - days remain unfavorable for sowing and transplanting, so it is better to refrain from garden work.
February 15 - carry out pest treatment, prepare soil and containers for the greenhouse. Do not forget to water indoor flowers.
February 16-18 - this period will be good for planting plants. Celery and leeks will take root well on seedlings.
February 19-20 - the lunar calendar advises to conduct winter grafting of trees. It is also worthwhile to continue sowing onion crops.
February 21-22 - time to plan the future season. Think through what and where you will plant in the spring, mark out the beds. If you use sharp tools during work, be careful not to injure plants and yourself.
February 23-24 - a favorable time for most of the work: sowing vegetables and flowers, care for seedlings, loosening the soil. Annual flowers will be especially successful. It is also worth soaking seeds and other pre-sowing procedures.
February 25-26 - it is not recommended to sow plants and transplant. According to the lunar calendar, it is better to devote time to pest control. You can also prepare a soil mixture for seedlings or buy a ready-made substrate in the store, which is a more convenient option.
February 27-28 are not the best days for planting or transplanting plants. Instead, you should take the time to plan your crop rotation for the current year to ensure the best crop and soil health. If the weather is favorable, you can get busy making cuttings in the garden, as well as checking the condition of overwintering plants and preparing your inventory for the work ahead.
May your February be productive and your future harvest bountiful.
Founder and chief forecaster of the Pogodnik service. He has many years of experience in the meteorological service. He is the author of numerous scientific publications and popular articles about the weather.
