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Fun Facts
The origin of the name March derives from Martius, the first month of the Roman calendar, named in honor of Mars, the Roman god of war. March marked the beginning of the military campaign season in ancient Rome and symbolized vitality, renewal, and action.
Birthstone: March’s birthstone, aquamarine, is a gemstone of serenity, clarity, and protection, long associated with the sea and travelers' safety. Believed to calm the mind and enhance spiritual awareness, aquamarine is often used in rituals for emotional healing, truth-seeking, and strengthening intuition.
Herbs for March: March’s herbs—juniper, frankincense, and cedar—are deeply connected to purification, protection, and spiritual elevation. Frankincense is used to cleanse spaces and enhance mood and meditation, juniper wards off negativity and attracts luck, good fortune, and business success, and cedar strengthens spiritual connections while offering grounding, stability, blessings, and good health.
Fruits and Vegetables: March brings a mix of winter’s hearty produce and early spring’s fresh offerings, making it a time of transition and renewal. Leafy greens like spinach and kale provide strength and vitality, while citrus fruits and root vegetables such as carrots and radishes support cleansing and balance as the seasons shift.
Flower of the Month: March’s birth flower, the daffodil, symbolizes renewal, hope, and the arrival of spring. Associated with prosperity and new beginnings, daffodils are often used in rituals for love, fertility, luck, and clearing away stagnant energy.
Celestial Events
Mercury at Greatest Eastern Elongation (Mar 8): Mercury reaches its greatest eastern elongation at 18.2 degrees from the Sun, making it the ideal time for observation. The planet will be at its highest point above the horizon in the evening sky. To spot it, look low in the western sky shortly after sunset.
Daylight Saving Time Begins (Mar 9): This shift toward longer days is symbolic of stepping into the light and leaving behind stagnation. It’s a great time for rituals focused on clarity and illumination.
Full Worm Moon & Total Lunar Eclipse (Mar 14): The Full Worm Moon, marking the first full Moon of meteorological spring. During this event, the Moon passes through Earth’s shadow, creating a total lunar eclipse. Often called a "Blood Moon," it will take on an orange-red hue as Earth’s atmosphere filters the light. Visible across the Americas, Europe, Asia, Australia, and Africa, the eclipse begins shortly before midnight on the East Coast and lasts until 6 a.m. The Moon’s redness may intensify depending on atmospheric conditions. A second total lunar eclipse will occur in the fall but won’t be visible from North America.
Mercury Retrograde (Mar 14-Apr 6): During Mercury retrograde, communication, technology, and travel may experience disruptions or delays. It's a time often associated with reflection, revisiting old projects, and being cautious with important decisions.
Spring Equinox (Mar 20): Known as the "Vernal Equinox," this marks the balance of day and night, symbolizing harmony, renewal, and growth. This is an auspicious time for cleansing rituals, planting spiritual intentions, and working with fertility and abundance energies.
New Moon (Mar 29): The Moon will be located on the same side of the Earth as the Sun and will not be visible in the night sky. This phase occurs at 11:00 UTC. This is the best time of the month to observe faint objects such as galaxies and star clusters because there is no moonlight to obscure visibility.
Partial Solar Eclipse (Mar 29): A partial solar eclipse will grace parts of the U.S. East Coast, Europe, Africa, and Asia, with the Moon partially covering the Sun. The event occurs between 4:51 a.m. and 8:44 a.m. EDT, though visibility at any location lasts about 20 minutes. In New York City, it will be observable from sunrise at 6:44 a.m. until 7:05 a.m., with about a third of the Sun obscured. Canada offers the best view, with up to 93% coverage. Protective glasses or certified viewing devices are essential for safely observing this celestial event.
