Kirin is the leader from the winter solstice to the
vernal equinox.
Phoenix is the leader from the vernal equinox to the
summer solstice.
Turtle is the leader from the summer solstice to the
autumnal equinox.
Dragon is the leader from the autumnal equinox to the
winter solstice.
The twenty-four solar terms closely related to the
changes of Nature -- are a very useful tool for farmers and gardeners, providing information
on the proper time for planting and harvesting.
The days that mark the beginning of the twenty-four
seasonal periods are named:
1 Beginning of Spring } February
7
2 Rain Water } February 21
3 Startle Hibernator (Waking of Insects) } March 7