The Right Day to Plant Saplings: As the intensity of the summer heat continues to rise, so too does people's desire for the solace provided by trees and plants. People wish to keep their balconies and gardens lush and green, ensuring that the greenery—along with its soothing shade—offers relief from the heat and provides a pleasant sight for the eyes. However, planting saplings amidst the scorching heat of the blazing sun is currently a very difficult task. There is a significant risk of plants withering or burning under the intense sunlight; they tend to dry out quickly. If you are planning to plant saplings in your balcony, garden, or field, you should be aware of the auspicious days—or the very best days—for doing so.

**The Best Day to Plant Saplings**
If you intend to plant trees such as Mango, Banyan, Neem, Jackfruit, or Bael this year—or if you wish to plant sacred trees (known as *Dev Vriksha*) like Peepal, Banyan, Neem, or Amla—then the most ideal day for this endeavor is *Hariyali Amavasya*.

*Hariyali Amavasya* occurs every year on the *Amavasya* (New Moon) Tithi during the *Krishna Paksha* (waning phase of the moon) of the month of *Sawan*. This year, *Hariyali Amavasya* falls on Wednesday, August 12th. This period coincides with the monsoon season, when the entire earth is enveloped in lush greenery. It is considered the most auspicious time for planting saplings, as they take root easily and successfully. For this very reason, even today, people continue to plant saplings in their orchards, gardens, and fields on *Hariyali Amavasya*.

On *Hariyali Amavasya*, you may choose to plant specific trees or plants that yield auspicious results according to your zodiac sign (*Rashi*). Doing so is believed to help alleviate planetary afflictions (*Graha Doshas*) and may open up new avenues for progress and prosperity in your life.

**On Which Days Should Saplings Be Planted?**
Wednesday is considered an auspicious day for planting saplings. The planet Mercury (*Budh*) is regarded as the celestial symbol of greenery and vegetation. Making charitable donations of green-colored items is considered particularly significant for appeasing Mercury. If one's planetary alignment regarding Mercury is unfavorable, it is often recommended that they plant green saplings and dedicate themselves to nurturing and caring for them.

On Thursdays, you should prioritize planting trees or plants that bear yellow-colored fruits and flowers. You should also dedicate yourself to their care and maintenance. This day is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and the celestial preceptor, *Dev Guru Brihaspati* (Jupiter). Monday is also considered an auspicious day for planting saplings. It is deemed even more propitious if the specific Nakshatras (lunar mansions) listed below coincide with this day.

Which Nakshatras are considered auspicious for planting?

The Rohini, Chitra, Anuradha, Mrigashira, Revati, Mula, Vishakha, Pushya, Shravana, Hasta, and Ashwini Nakshatras are considered excellent for planting saplings. If you intend to plant vines or medicinal plants, the Ashwini, Rohini, Mrigashira, Pushya, Magha, Hasta, Chitra, and Vishakha Nakshatras are considered auspicious for this purpose.

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