Lunar calendar CBD flowers 2023

Since time immemorial, numerous planting methods have been tested and adopted by every civilization and every gardener. For those wishing to plant hemp and harvest CBD flowers, cultivation according to the lunar cycle is one of the preferred methods. The different phases of the moon have a marked effect on the growth and development of hemp. Following the lunar calendar is a particularly interesting option if you want to get the most out of your planting. This calendar will guide you through the best period for planting seeds, transplanting the plant and harvesting the flowers.

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Lunar cycles and their properties

Depending on the day, the moon performs an elliptical motion that varies its distance from the Earth, giving us the illusion that it's moving up or down in the sky.

• Rising moon: as the moon rises, liquids, including the sap in hemp plants, rise to the top of the plant. This is the ideal time to prepare cuttings.
• Waning moon: in contrast to the previous movement, liquids flow downwards when the moon is waning. The underground part of the plant is therefore more active, making it easier to germinate or plant seeds.

The different lunar phases and their characteristics

The lunar phases correspond to the parts of the star illuminated by the sun and visible from Earth. Over the course of a 29.5-day cycle, the moon goes through 4 main phases.

New moon

During this first phase of the cycle, the moon is barely visible. The plant is resting and the sap is not moving. This period is not ideal for working the plant, but it is recommended for pruning diseased plants.

Increasing moon

This phase is divided into three smaller phases, depending on the shape and size of the visible part of the star (first crescent moon, first quarter moon and waxing gibbous moon). During this period, lunar light stimulates the plant's internal activity, making it easier to fight off pests and diseases. Pruning, however, is not recommended.

Full moon

when moonlight is at its peak, the sap rises in the higher parts of the plant, so pruning is out of the question. However, this is a particularly propitious period for seed germination and transplanting.

Waning moon

This phase is also broken down into three small decreasing stages before the arrival of the next new moon (waning gibbous, last quarter and last crescent). During this period, sap flows down to the lower parts of the plant, making it easier to work on the soil. Planting, sowing and transplanting are not recommended. On the other hand, this is the ideal time to fertilize, water or harvest CBD flowers. The aromas and various properties of the plant are enhanced tenfold during this period.

The lunar cycle by constellation

In addition to the lunar cycle and phases, the constellations have an impact on hemp plants.

• The fire constellations (Aries, Sagittarius, Leo) are associated with the plant's seeds;
• The Air constellations (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius), on the other hand, are more conducive to caring for the different types of CBD flower;
• When the moon crosses the water constellations (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces), it's a good time for hemp leaves and stalks;
• As for the Earth constellations (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn), they mainly concern everything to do with plant roots.

Lunar calendar 2023 for hemp planting

By matching your hemp planting to the lunar calendar, you benefit from a rigorous schedule that allows you to take full advantage of the moon's effects on hemp. Your plants are then optimized and you gain in productivity. Get yourself a 2023 lunar calendar and get started. Note, however, that lunar cycles in the northern hemisphere are different from those in the southern hemisphere. So be sure to adapt your planting to the region of the globe where your hemp plants are located for beautiful CBD flowers. And don't forget to store your CBD flowers properly!