Virgo — The The Maiden
Virgo is the 6th sign of the zodiac, spanning August 23 – September 22. Element Earth, ruled by Mercury.
Key facts
| Date range | August 23 – September 22 |
|---|---|
| Symbol | The Maiden |
| Element | Earth |
| Quality | Mutable |
| Ruling planet | Mercury |
| Lucky colour | Emerald green |
| Lucky day | Wednesday |
| Lucky numbers | 5, 6 |
| Gemstone | Emerald |
| Body part | Digestive system |
Personality traits
- analytical
- hard-working
- practical
- over-critical
- worrying
Virgo natives are naturally analytical and hard-working. The influence of Mercury makes them practical, while under pressure the over-critical and worrying side tends to surface. The Earth element governs how they make decisions, and the Mutable quality describes how they handle change.
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Suggested remedies
Wednesday is the day associated with Mercury. Donating something in Emerald green, chanting the ruling planet's mantra and keeping a simple diet on that day are the traditional supports. Have your chart checked by a qualified astrologer before wearing Emerald.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Virgo dates?
Virgo covers August 23 – September 22 in the Sun-sign calendar. Vedic astrology fixes the sign from the Moon's position at birth, so your Moon sign may differ.
Which sign is most compatible with Virgo?
Taurus, Cancer, Scorpio are the strongest matches for Virgo. Elemental friendship and the distance between the signs on the zodiac wheel drive the score.
What is the ruling planet and gemstone for Virgo?
Virgo is ruled by Mercury and its gemstone is Emerald. The lucky colour is Emerald green and the lucky day is Wednesday.
What is the biggest weakness of Virgo natives?
Under pressure Virgo natives can become over-critical and worrying. Simply recognising the pattern is the most effective correction.