May 18, 2021 Date: May 18, 2021 Day of the week: Tuesday Moon age: 7, 8 lunar day(-s) Moonrise: ↑ 9:10 am Moonset: ↓ 1:04 am Moon Sign: Leo ♌ Element: Fire Moon phase: Waxing Crescent Plant part: Fruit Days |
7 lunar day – until 9:10 am
8 lunar day – from 9:10 am
On May 18 at 12:00 pm the Moon will be in the Waxing Crescent phase in the zodiacal constellation of Leo ♌, according to the calendar it is the 8 lunar day. The percentage of lunar illumination on this day is about 35%. Moonrise will occur at 9:10 am and sunset at 1:04 am.
During this time it is advisable to take a break from most gardening activities related to planting and growing plants. The only exception is rejuvenation and shaping pruning. The crop harvested in Leo will keep well for a long time. The ripe fruit can be used to harvest its high quality seeds. It is also a good time to prepare the harvest by canning, drying, etc. It is worth avoiding watering and fertilising with organic and mineral fertilisers.
The unstable energy of this day imposes certain restrictions on garden and kitchen work. Clear the area of leaves, haulm and other household waste. Remember to water plants well.
This is a good time for sowing plants with above-ground crops. Pruning on this day will have the maximum stimulating effect. Among the favourable types of work at this time are planting and transplanting ornamental, fruit and berry trees and shrubs, rooting cuttings, grafting, watering and fertilising. When working with the roots of plants, try to cause them as little damage as possible.
Tuesday is ruled by the combative Mars, so an uncompromising fight against pests and weeds is paramount on this day. You can also devote your free time to hard work in the vegetable garden. You will recover much faster than usual.