Tomato planting calendar 2021 according to the Lunar calendar: when to plant tomatoes for seedlings and in the ground

Tomatoes can be called the most beloved and widespread vegetable among summer residents and gardeners in our country. Breeders have developed a huge number of different varieties, adapted to a wide variety of climatic conditions, having different taste qualities and fruit sizes. The lunar calendar recommends that you start sowing tomatoes for seedlings in February, and the exact date is chosen adjusted for the climatic conditions of the region.

In general, tomatoes are not a particularly demanding and whimsical vegetable crop; even young gardeners who do not have much experience and knowledge in gardening can cope with their cultivation. How exactly to carry out this work, as well as the main steps, will be described in detail in this article.

First shoots of tomatoes.

Sowing tomatoes according to the lunar calendar in 2021

It is worth sowing tomatoes for seedlings according to the lunar calendar during the growing phase. From the moment when the first shoots appear from the seeds until the time when the seedlings need to be transferred to open ground, approximately 60 days should pass. Taking this factor into account, you need to choose the time for planting seeds for tomato seedlings. With greenhouse varieties, this work can be done in late February or early March. For tomatoes for soil, you should start growing them no earlier than the end of February. You also need to know that overgrown seedlings do not take root well in new conditions.

Tomato seedlings.

Proper feeding of seedlings and adult plants

In addition to favorable days for planting tomatoes, you should also remember about care. In addition to regular watering and loosening the soil, the crop needs periodic fertilization with nutritious minerals.

The first fertilizing must be done 7-10 days after planting in open ground. It is better that the plants receive the necessary substances in liquid form through watering or spraying.

Subsequent work on fertilizing tomatoes falls out after 14-20 days from the first feeding. The following “food” is used: nitrogen fertilizers, superphosphate, calcium contained in decomposing waste (vegetable peelings, eggshells), dandelion infusion.

Compared to other vegetables, tomatoes quickly respond to fertilizing, showing their satisfaction to the owner with new leaves, healthy color and ovaries. However, you shouldn't overdo it! Regardless of the variety and duration of the growing season, three times a day of feeding will be sufficient.

Favorable days for feeding tomatoes 2021 according to the Lunar calendar:

in March - from 4 to 6, from 17 to 19, 27 and 28;
in April - 1 and 2, from 5 to 10, 13 and 14;
in May - from 2 to 7, 11 and 12, 25 and 26, 30 and 31;
in June - 1, from 4 to 6, 19, from 23 to 28;
in July - 1, from 4 to 6, 19, from 23 to 28;
in August - 1 and 2, from 15 to 16, from 20 to 25, 28, 29.

Moon phases and their effects on tomatoes

There are four phases of the Moon, which change each other as it revolves around the Earth and depending on the position of the Sun. Exists:

Decreasing;
New moon;
Growing;
Full moon.

Each of these phases has a different effect on plants. Based on this, each phase has its own recommendations on what can be done and what cannot be done. When there is a new moon, you should not prune. Fertilizers can be applied, since the roots are more active during this period. It is better to plant and germinate during the growing or decreasing phases.

Moon phases.

Favorable days for tomatoes for seedlings

The lunar calendar for sowing tomatoes has favorable days, on which it is especially recommended to sow seeds for seedlings. These days in 2021 are:

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In the northern regions, spring comes later. Planting time shifts to early April. It is better to plant early tomatoes in the second half of February.

Unfavorable days according to the lunar calendar

Unfavorable days according to the lunar calendar for 2021 and which should be followed when planting and growing tomatoes are:

There is no point in doing gardening days these days.

Growing tomatoes

After planting the tomato, as soon as the bushes grow and get stronger, you should begin pinching according to the Lunar calendar, which in 2021 means removing excess shoots. Excessive thickening of the bush does not always give an advantage to the gardener. Often, extra branches and leaves extending from the main stem take away the juice from the plant, preventing the flowers from forming in the required quantity.

As cold weather approaches, in order to have time to harvest unripe tomatoes, it is recommended to pinch the growing point. The absence of a top will change the direction of the plant sap, turning it towards the fruit.

It is allowed to plant both semi-determinate and indeterminate varieties by choosing the phase of the Moon located in the constellation Scorpio, Virgo or Capricorn.

Favorable days for the formation of bushes:

in May - 1, 11 and 12, from 27 to 29;
in June - 8, from 24 to 27;
in July - 4, 9 and 10, from 21 to 24;
in August - 1 and 2, from 20 to 22, 28 and 29.

How to choose the right time to plant tomatoes

You can plant tomatoes from February until the last days of April. The approximate time for seedlings to be ready for transplantation is about two months. You need to plant seeds for seedlings taking into account the time of fruit ripening. Based on this, we can make some recommendations:

Early ripening varieties produce a harvest 90-100 days after the first shoots appear from the seeds. Seedlings should be planted 52 days after sowing the seeds of such tomatoes. Depending on the climate of the region, they are planted at the end of February or at the beginning of March.
Mid-season tomato varieties produce a harvest on the 120th day. They need more time to ripen juicy, tasty tomatoes. If you plan to plant them in a greenhouse, you should start preparing seedlings in mid-February; for soil - early March, but no later than the end of April.
Late varieties are planted for seedlings from early February to mid-February.

For warm southern regions, all three types can be grown and thus harvested throughout the season. Sowing tomatoes according to the lunar calendar can be carried out regardless of the variety and region. His recommendations are relevant for all gardeners and summer residents.

Peat cups for tomato seedlings.

By climate in the regions

Getting a rich harvest largely depends on the farming region and what weather conditions exist. Based on this, the following recommendations can be made:

For the southern regions, where warmth sets in already in March, you can plant tomatoes in a permanent place in garden beds at the end of March or the first ten days of April. You can start germinating seeds as early as February, depending on the variety and its ripening period.
For the Moscow region, which has a temperate continental climate, other features are relevant. Frosts can occur here in mid-May. It is better to plant seeds for seedlings from February to April, given the early maturity of the variety.
For Siberia with its harsh climate, planting can begin in the second ten days of March. Early tomatoes should be planted in early April, and mid-season tomatoes in mid-April. Late ones can be planted even in mid-March.
Summer residents in the central zone should start preparing seedlings in the first half of March or early April, taking into account the characteristics of a particular variety.

It is important to correctly calculate the time of ripening of seedlings in order to carry out preparatory work, and the seedlings do not outgrow the required time for planting in the garden.

Soil for tomatoes.

Independent calculation of tomato sowing dates

When choosing the exact date when you need to start preparing seeds, it is important to take into account the lunar calendar for sowing tomatoes 2021. You can create a formula for this calculation, which looks like this - A=B+C+D, where

A – calendar date of seed planting;
B – landing in the ground;
C – how many days it takes to obtain finished seedlings;
D – days for seed preparation.

Using this method, date calculation can be done. From the first shoots to the readiness of planting in the ground, about 65 days pass. It takes about 8-10 days to prepare the seeds and hatch them. This way you can get the exact date when to plant the seeds.

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According to the manufacturer’s recommendations and the type of tomato variety

Each seed manufacturer indicates on the packaging of their product all the necessary information for the gardener, including the time of planting the seedlings in the ground and the period when the seeds must be planted to obtain it.

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Planting tomato seeds in March for planting in open ground

If you don’t have a greenhouse, and the maximum shelter you can offer tomatoes is film or spunbond, then it’s better to plant the seeds closer to the end of March. At this time there will be favorable days of the waxing moon.

At the same time, it is better not to plant late varieties and hybrids, since there is a high probability that they simply will not have time to ripen before the onset of autumn frosts.

ON A NOTE. Of course, this does not apply to residents of the southern regions of our country: Krasnodar Territory and Stavropol Territory, Rostov and Astrakhan regions.

Tips for growing tomato seedlings according to the phases of the moon

There are several tips on how to get strong, healthy seedlings:

It is better to warm the seeds a little five days before germination for several hours;
germination temperature should be +25 degrees, but not more than +30;
Seeds should not be overheated or overcooled.

It is also better to pre-treat the seeds before planting. This is done with a solution of potassium permanganate, and the color of the solution should be dark cherry color. It is better to soak the seeds for several hours in warm water and dry them thoroughly before sowing.

Extracting seeds from tomato fruits.

The optimal way to germinate seedlings is cups made of peat or tablets of this material. You can also use coconut washers. This product simultaneously has several advantages:

does not require picking seedlings;
acts as a fertilizer during sprout development;
Retains moisture well.

Sowing tomato seedlings according to the lunar calendar takes place during the waxing phase of the moon.

Tomato seedlings in plastic cups.

When to pluck tomato seedlings

To get better growth and development of the seedling, it is necessary to carry out the picking procedure. it is better to do this according to the requirements of the lunar calendar for tomatoes. According to him, this needs to be done:

Planting plants in groups before picking can create good conditions for their growth. The yield when planting pickled plants, as practice shows, is somewhat higher.

Preparing tomato seeds for planting

Regardless of whether you bought seeds or collected them yourself, you need to prepare tomato seeds before planting seedlings. It is recommended to carry out the following preparatory procedures: disinfection and germination.

Disinfection is necessary to eliminate pathogens that can spoil seedlings during cultivation. To disinfect seeds, follow the following procedure:

Place the seed in a fabric bag or wrap it in gauze, previously folded in several layers.
Prepare a dark solution of potassium permanganate and immerse the seeds in it.
Let the material steep in the potassium permanganate solution for about half an hour.
After the time has passed, remove the seeds, rinse them well with running water and dry.

Germination should be carried out after disinfection and immediately before sowing. This manipulation helps accelerate the emergence of seedlings. Germination of tomato seeds is carried out as follows:

It is necessary to moisten the gauze or paper napkin generously.
Place gauze or napkin on the saucer.
Then you need to put the seeds on one end of the gauze or napkin and cover them with the other end.
Wrap the saucer in a plastic bag and place it next to the battery.
Regularly moisten the seed; do not allow it to dry out.
After about three to five days, germination will begin, at which point you can sow them for seedlings. And it is not recommended to plant those tomato seeds that have not sprouted, since most likely the seedlings will grow frail and be susceptible to diseases and pests.

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When to plant in greenhouses

The period at which seedlings are planted under film or in a greenhouse depends on the climate and tomato variety. In the middle zone, in a greenhouse without heating, this is carried out in mid-May. At this time, the risk of frost is minimal. In the conditions of the Urals, transfer to the greenhouse can be carried out in the second half of May. The ambient temperature must be at least +20 and the soil temperature at least +15. The lunar calendar sets these dates for warm regions - April 8, 12,13, 22, 26, 27 and 28. For cold areas - May 9, 15, 19, 24,25. These procedures should not be carried out during the new moon or full moon.

Transferring tomato seedlings to open ground.

Preparing the soil for sowing tomatoes

To prepare high-quality soil for tomatoes, this must be done in advance. The soil should consist of compost and humus in a 1:1 ratio. Also added to it:

superphosphate – 3 tablespoons;
potassium sulfate - one tablespoon;
ash - two full glasses.

Another combination, less complex, is a mixture of garden soil and good forest soil, humus, and one part sand. Ash should be added to the soil in the fall. Thus, until spring, when the seedlings need to be planted, it will be completely neutralized. If you add it later, you can damage the roots.

To get rid of pests in the soil, it needs to be disinfected. This can be done by steam. You can store the prepared soil in bags or resealable containers. Frost additionally kills all pathogenic microorganisms in it.

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Planting in open ground

The lunar calendar provides for this operation on the following days:

There are also days when you should not do this. These days are:

Planting in the ground for central Russia - this can be done in May, and in cold regions - in early June. The main guideline is the soil temperature, which should warm up to at least +10 degrees to a depth of 20 cm. Seedlings are planted at approximately this depth. You can check it with a thermometer.

When to feed tomatoes

Fertilizers are applied several times per season. The first of these is carried out upon landing. The prepared site must contain all the necessary minerals and organic substances. Must be entered:

Nitrogen;
Potassium;
Phosphorus.

The second feeding is applied two weeks later, and then two weeks before harvest. According to the recommendations of the lunar calendar, this should be done:

Favorable days and times for watering

The soil should not be allowed to dry out. Be sure to water the seedlings generously before picking. Watering is especially important during fruit ripening. If the plant does not receive enough moisture, cracks will appear on the fruits. You can water tomatoes when the Moon is waxing and waning; it is especially worth doing this when it is in the signs of Pisces, Cancer, Aquarius. The most favorable days for watering are:

When to plant tomatoes according to the lunar calendar in 2021

During the entire vegetative period, excess shoots must be removed from the tomato. This is called stepsoning. Some varieties do not require this. The best days for this are:

How to choose the best time to control tomato pests and diseases

The frequency and amount of treatment agent depends on the product itself. You can prepare such a composition from folk materials at hand. To do this, you will need iodine diluted with whey and an infusion of garlic. For better results, you can add biological products. The treatment itself should be carried out every two weeks throughout the growing season.

The use of ready-made chemicals should be stopped a month before harvest. Favorable days according to the lunar calendar for processing tomatoes are:

When is the best time to weed tomatoes?

According to the compilers of the lunar calendar, the best time for this is the waning phase, located in Capricorn. You can also do this during the full moon. As you descend, you can also do loosening. The most favorable days for weeding are:

When to collect tomatoes for storage and obtaining seeds according to the lunar calendar in 2021

If a gardener plans to collect fruits with the aim of obtaining them from seeds for germination in the future, it is not the best time to do this when the Moon is in the “watery” signs of the Zodiac. It is better to carry out these events when growing and being in Aries, Leo, Sagittarius and Libra. The best days for this:

Weeding

After planting, it is necessary to care for the seedlings, removing weeds that arise around them. They feed on the plant’s moisture and create a shadow that prevents the plant from receiving sunlight and developing.

It is recommended to carry out weeding 1-2 times a month, as “uninvited guests” appear. Work should be carried out on one of the favorable days selected in the lunar calendar:

in April - 1 and 2, 11 and 12, from 15 to 17, 20 and 22;
in May - from 8 to 10, 13 and 14, 19;
in June - 6, 10 and 11, from 14 to 16;
in July - from 7 to 13, from 29 to 31;
in August - 3 and 4, 8 and 9, 13 and 14.

Folk signs about the influence of the moon on tomato seedlings

Folk traditions for growing seedlings are followed by many gardeners, including those who do this on an industrial scale. To increase your chances of getting a rich harvest of these fruits, you must follow all the recommendations of the lunar calendar. The influence of this Earth satellite cannot be denied. It affects the ebb and flow of tides, weather-sensitive people, and the growth and development of plants.

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Sowing

If peat tablets are not used, tomato grains are sown in common boxes or in separate cups. The sowing principle is the same. If cups are used, it is advisable to place them in an empty box for ease of transportation.

So, it is necessary to make holes in the soil 1.5 cm deep. If sowing is carried out in common boxes, grooves are cut with a distance between rows of 5–7 cm, where the grains are laid out in increments of 2 cm. For separate cultivation, 3 holes are squeezed out into glasses in the ground. One grain at a time is placed here. All grooves with seeds are covered with loose soil. Do not overfill the soil with water. It is enough to lightly moisten the groove before sowing the tomato seeds, and then moisten the entire soil with a sprayer when the grooves with the seeds are filled.

Before young tomato sprouts appear on the soil surface, it is necessary to create a favorable microclimate. The boxes are covered with glass or transparent film and placed in a warm, lighted place.

Important! The optimal air temperature in the room where tomato seeds germinate is +25°C.

Lighting

Tomato seedlings love light. There is not enough daylight for plants, especially in February. It is optimal for tomato seedlings to receive light for 16 hours. For the first 3 days, it is generally advisable for hatching borers to organize round-the-clock lighting. Simple incandescent lamps are not recommended. They generate a lot of heat, plus they are not able to emit the entire color spectrum required by plants. LED or fluorescent light sources or a combination of both are better suited.

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