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Read More →A 24 solar terms gardening guide is most useful as an inspection calendar. It connects a traditional seasonal sequence with the measurements and crop records needed for local decisions.
Spring and summer observations
At Grain Rain, compare rainfall and soil moisture with the needs of your seedlings. At Minor Heat and Great Heat, check plant stage, moisture and local heat conditions. These are review prompts, not universal dates for watering or planting.
Autumn and winter observations
At White Dew and Cold Dew, record overnight conditions and the maturity of each crop. At Frost Descent, compare local frost risk with crop sensitivity. At Beginning of Winter, review storage and overwintering requirements for the plants actually present.
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Keep term, year, timezone, location, crop, observation and decision in separate columns. Preserve observations that differ from traditional seasonal expectations. Use local horticultural advice for varieties and planting windows; this cultural calendar cannot replace it.
Calendar sources
Hong Kong Observatory: term names and solar longitudes; 2026 Gregorian–lunar conversion table; date and time notes (Hong Kong Time, UTC+8). The calendar sources establish astronomical timing and terminology; they do not verify regional customs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How should dates be recorded?
Record the year, term name, source and timezone. Hong Kong Observatory dates use Hong Kong Time (UTC+8). A date from another timezone can differ near midnight.
Can a solar term set the planting date?
No. Crop requirements, soil conditions and local weather must determine the planting decision.
