Gardener's lunar calendar for December 2024: what to do in winter
In December, nature sinks into its winter slumber, but that doesn't mean garden work is over. This is the time to plan, care for dormant plants and prepare for the new season. On frost-free days, dry, damaged or diseased branches can be pruned. Formative pruning should be postponed until spring.
If severe frosts hit, we advise you to mulch the tree trunk and wrap the trunks of young saplings with burlap or special materials. If snow has fallen, spread it evenly over the area so that it protects the roots from frost. In December, regularly check the cover of perennials, roses and grapes to avoid damage from moisture or strong winds.
On warm days, you can water conifers if the soil is too dry. In anticipation of the holidays, decorate the garden with branches of conifers, or create winter compositions. Using the lunar calendar will help gardeners to properly organize all winter affairs, taking into account the phases of the moon, which affect the growth and condition of plants. In the calendar from Weatherman you will learn which days are favorable for plant care, pruning or soil preparation, as well as how to avoid mistakes.
Favorable dates for work in December 2024
| Plant name | Dates for work in December |
| Onions, garlic | 4, 5, 17-24 |
| Peppers, tomatoes | 3, 6, 8,10 |
| Dill, parsley, cilantro | 5, 17, 22, 24 |
| Pumpkins, squash, pattypan squash | 5, 8,10 |
| Berry bushes and fruit trees | 3, 7, 9 |
| Ornamental plants | 3-4, 7-14, 16-19 |
| Cabbage | 4, 6,10 |
| Do not perform work in the garden or vegetable garden worth | 1, 2, 15, 30, 31 |
Moon phases in December 2024
| Moon phase name | Activity period |
| 🌒 Waxing Moon | December 2-14 |
| 🌕 Full Moon | Expected December 15 |
| 🌘 Waning Moon Moon | December 16-30 |
| 🌑 New Moon | December 1, December 31 |
| 🌑 Lunar Eclipse | not expected |
| 🌕 Solar Eclipse | not expected |
Good dates for work in December 2024.
December 1 - the lunar calendar does not recommend planting and sowing on the first day of the month. Also, you should not prune, graft, or water. It is better to mulch winter crops, work with the soil, or treat the plantings from diseases and pests.
December 2-3 - watering, pruning, budding are undesirable. We advise you to devote time to sowing greens and caring for plants. You can cover the plants for the winter, or carry out processing.
December 4-5 - a favorable period to make a small greenhouse on the windowsill and start sowing sorrel, lettuce, spinach, and radishes. The day is also suitable for soaking seeds and transplanting plants into pots.
December 6-7 - the lunar calendar advises to refrain from planting any plants. If you are looking for something to do, you can hill up the soil, remove snow from the garden, protect trees from frost and rodents. It is not advisable to sow or transplant plants. It is also better to water indoor plants and seedlings on another day.
December 8-9 - you can plant seedlings, greenery stems and thin out seedlings, soaking seeds, loosening the soil, and warming up plants will be successful. Avoid excessive watering, pruning branches and damaging roots so as not to slow down the healing process.
December 12-13 - these days are good for preparing seeds for the spring. Do not replant plants, disturb the roots or trim branches.
December 14 - to treat yourself to greens for salads, devote this day to growing green onions, garlic and parsley. If you have a garden or a plot of land, you can cover the trees with snow so that they do not freeze. You should not pick or transplant plants.
December 15 - full moon. The day is unfavorable for work on the land and sowing. You can prepare firewood, process the plants in the greenhouse and feed them, but the best option would be to just rest.
December 16-18 - these two days are not suitable for planting ornamental plants and legumes, you should also not use pesticides, graft and trim plants. Check the stocks of vegetables prepared in the fall, sort the harvest, throw away spoiled fruits to prevent the spread of diseases.
December 19 - time to work with the land. The day is ideal for transplanting plants, but only if they have healthy roots not infected with pests. Please note that you should not disturb the plants by dividing the root, and the month will not promote watering and fertilizing.
December 20 - the lunar phase does not recommend sowing, watering and fertilizing are not desirable. It is better to engage in landscaping and caring for greenhouse beds, if you have any on the farm.
December 21-22 - soak the seeds, feed the plants with mineral or organic fertilizers. If it is "plus" outside and you need to trim the trees from dry, broken or damaged branches - do this without hesitation.
December 23-24 - among the prohibited procedures on these days are grafting and abundant watering. You can clean the trees from moss and lichens using soft brushes.
December 25-27 - during this period, it is better not to disturb the roots of plants. Interesting activities include installing bird feeders that help fight pests in the garden.
December 28 - feel free to plant plants on greenery to decorate New Year's dishes with it. You can also check your garden tools. Clean, sharpen and disinfect them, then the work will go easier.
December 29-31 - it is better to rest and enjoy the New Year holidays. According to the lunar phases, these days are considered lean, so you should not plant, transplant or graft plants. If there are severe frosts outside, cover young trees with agrofibre, pine branches or special insulation materials.
These works will help you use your time effectively in the winter and prepare the garden for the new season.