Eating right, regular exercise and sleeping well are considered as the quintessential habits for a healthy life. But what most people do not realise is that our thoughts, emotions and sense of community also play a key role in ensuring our good health. Famous astrologers in India suggest that negativity is a magnet for bad health. One good way to keep negativity at arm’s length is to get preoccupied with purposeful habits like gardening.
Here we share some important gardening tips for the 12 zodiac signs:
Aries (March 21 - April 19)
Aries is associated with Mars which rules the mineral iron. Hence, the best plants for Aries are those that purify blood or are rich in iron. For vegetables, Aries can choose from onion, garlic, leeks, cabbage and radishes. For flowers, the ideal choice would be red roses, tulips, Calendula, geranium, and amaryllis.
Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
Taurus is ruled by the planet Venus which signifies beauty. Taurus rules the ears and throat which makes digestion enhancing fruits and vegetables ideal for gardening. Spinach, peas, potatoes, sweet potatoes, grapes, apple, fig, apricot, pomegranate are some of the best options. Other than these, flowers like Daisies, lilies, rose and geranium is ideal choices.
Gemini (May 21 - June 20)
Gemini is an air sign and ruled by the planet Mercury. It is associated with the respiratory system and hence a garden must-have fruits, plants and vegetables that are good for the lungs. For vegetables, you can opt for carrots, oats, endive, and parsnips. For flowers, you can opt from lilac, Orchid, chrysanthemums and daffodils.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Ruled by the Moon and is a water sign, cancer plants are those that grow in water or are moisture-rich. Further, cancer zodiac rules the stomach so the fruits, vegetables and flowers must aid digestion. Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, lettuce, watermelon, pumpkin, cucumber are ideal. For flower, you can choose from water lilies, jasmine, morning glory, lotus, and white roses.
Leo (July 23 - Aug. 22)
Leo signifies fire and is ruled by the sun. Orange, grapefruit, coconut and corn are ideal for this zodiac. Other than these, Leo’s can grow plants that have heart-shaped leaves. For flowers, the options include sunflower, marigold, dahlia and calendula.
Scorpio (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21)
The flowers for Scorpio must be dark red. Hence the best options include hibiscus, scarlet monkeyflower and heather. For vegetables and fruits, the best choices include onions, mushrooms, pepper, radish and mustard.
Virgo (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22)
Virgo is ruled by Mercury and is associated with the harvest season. The ideal plants for Virgo must have good potassium content and soothe the nerves. The ideal gardening options include millet, carrots, barley, oats, rye, wheat, etc. For flowers, Virgos must opt for smaller and brighter options like chrysanthemum, violet, ester, etc.
Libra (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22)
Like Gemini, Libra is ruled by the planet Venus. Libra plants must offer a balance between color and odour. Flowers like Orchid, tea roses, primrose, hydrangea, etc are ideal for Libra’s. For fruits and vegetables, Libra must choose the ones good for the kidneys like pomegranate, apricot, spinach, fig, olive, strawberry.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21)
Ruled by Jupiter, Sagittarius plants are large and have a good odor to them. The ideal fruits and vegetables include beets, tomato, and olive. For flowers, carnations, red roses, jasmine and calendula are considered best for this fire sign zodiac.
Aquarius ((Jan. 20 - Feb. 18)
Aquarius plants do not have a perfect appearance and they must be grown at unusual spots in the garden. Barley, spinach, parsnips, beets, and rye are ideal fruits and vegetables which promise calm, good health and positivity for Aquarius.
Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan.19)
Ruled by Saturn, Capricorn plants must be leafy and have few flowers. Further, plants that do not grow much but have a long life are ideal for this Zodiac. Spinach, beets, barley, mushroom are ideal options. For flowers, choose from African violet, nightshade, pansy, snowdrop and jasmine.
Pisces (Feb. 19 - March 20)
The most favorable plants for Pisces are Mushroom, Asparagus, beets, tomatoes, and olive. Pisces flowers enhance awareness and immunity. The ideal flowers for Pisces include jasmine, water lily, orchid, narcissus, etc.
Gardening plays a central role in vastu. With proper planning and attention to detail, we can use our gardening space for both health and mental well being. Vastu expert in delhi suggests that all sections of the garden embody the five essential elements or the panch tatva. With vastu, we can make all these elements work in conjunction with harmony and well being of one and all in our homes.
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