Virgo (August 22 - September 23)

Virgo is the 6th sign in the Zodiac and is represented by the Virgin. The virgin is a symbol of purity and sacrifice, but is can also represent motherhood. Virgo is considered a feminine or negative sign. Feminine signs are considered more passive, receptive and sensitive than masculine/positive signs.



Element: Earth

Virgo is one of 3 earth signs in the Zodiac, all of which share the same characteristics. Earth signs are typically solid, dependable, thorough, and responsible. It is the element of strength and growth. The other earth signs in the Zodiac that share these characteristics are Taurus and Capricorn.


Planet: Mercury

Mercury represents your capacity to understand the desires of your own will and to translate those desires into action. In other words it is the planet of mind and the power of communication. Through Mercury we develop an ability to think, write, speak and observe- to be aware of world around us. When Mercury goes retrograde (the appearance of traveling backward) our communications will be challenged; this planet implores us to express ourselves clearly.




Personality Trait: "I Analyze"

The Virgo person is practical, industrious, efficient, thorough, methodical, detail-oriented, observant, critical, work and service oriented, pragmatic, modest, health and cleanliness conscious, mentally active, and flexible. They can also be fussy, nervous, pedantic, petty, and over-critical. Virgos sometimes get a bad reputation with astrologers and are thought of as fussy or narrow-minded. But a shining Virgo can out match any other sign. A confident Virgo is the most successful, structured, and creative of all the signs.


Virgos tend to be service oriented, working in fields like doctors, teachers, and herbal remedies. No matter what life throws at them, Virgos keep their faith in others without becoming cynical. Virgos can be taken advantage of due to their kind-heartedness, and are sometimes taken advantage of in romantic relationships.


Virgos can be creative and sensitive, requiring special treatment to become all they can be. Shy, they allow others to take the stage and often give most of their time making the people they love happy or successful. When you fall on bad times, or need advice, a Virgo is the sign most likely to be there for you. Virgos understand people better then most because they are so deep and reflective themselves.


Virgo Quick Facts

Symbol: The Virgo
Element: Earth
Ruling Planet: Mercury
Birthstones: Peridot, Sapphire
Colors: Pastel Blue, Gold, Peach
Gemstones: Diamond, Jade, Jasper, Aquamarine
Flowers: Rosemary, Cornflower, Valerian
Metals: Mercury
Body: Intestines, Gall Bladder