Gardening moon calendar – August 12, 2026
Royal Observatory (51°28′40″N 0°00′05″W GMT 0)August 12, 2026 Date: August 12, 2026 Day of the week: Wednesday Moon age: 28, 29, 1 lunar day(-s) Moonrise: ↑ 3:54 am Moonset: ↓ 7:29 pm Moon Sign: Leo ♌ Element: Fire Moon phase: NEW MOON at 17:37:36 Plant part: Fruit Days |
28 lunar day – until 3:54 am
29 lunar day – from 3:54 am until 5:37 pm
1 lunar day – from 5:37 pm
Moon position on August 12, 2026
On August 12 at 12:00 pm the Moon will be in the NEW MOON at 17:37:36 phase in the zodiacal constellation of Leo ♌, according to the calendar it is the 29 lunar day. The percentage of lunar illumination on this day is about 0%. Moonrise will occur at 3:54 am and sunset at 7:29 pm.
Influence and characteristics of the Moon on August 12, 2026
At midday, the Moon is in the Leo ♌ (–).
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 middle of the day falls on the 29 lunar day (–).
On this day the life energy is concentrated in the roots and at the base of the trunk. If possible, prune trees and shrubs and treat plants for pests and diseases. This is not a good time for planting and transplanting, grafting, deep loosening and other work that can traumatise the roots.
Current phase – NEW MOON at 17:37:36 (–).
An extremely unfavourable day for working with plants. If possible, devote it to weeding, pest control and various preparatory tasks. A little watering and light tilling of the soil is acceptable.
Influence of the day of the week – Wednesday (+).
Wednesday is ruled by Mercury. It is considered a good day for any work on the property. It is even possible to make a small margin for the second half of the week.
