Practical, analytical, sensitive, cerebral, intuitive, and service-oriented, Virgos are the ruled by messenger Mercury, which oversees communication, transportation, technology, and curiosity. Associated with the sixth house of wellness and daily routine, those born under the mutable earth sign are masters of tending to everyday details, healthy habits, and self-care. But when it comes to love, which signs will Virgo find harmony with, and which pairings spur frustration?

Lovers of lists, research, and scouring every resource available to find the ultimate date spot/romantic hotel/must-see tourist destinations/best weeknight dinner, Virgos are wired to gather all of the information available to organize an unparalleled, as-perfect-as-possible experience for their nearest and dearest. So, if you’re similarly grounded, thoughtful, and expressive, you’ll likely get along with the sign symbolized by the Maiden.

Virgo and Aries Compatibility

Aries, the first sign of the zodiac and the cardinal fire sign, and Virgo are quincunx, or five signs apart, which can make for a bit of awkwardness. While Aries is impulsive, dynamic, and competitive, Virgo is overthinking, sensitive, and prone to indecision, so it could feel like the Maiden and the Ram don’t have much in common. When it comes to their communication style, Virgo’s perfectionism might lead them to overcommunciate, Aries prefers to be direct and succinct. However, Aries does respect Virgo’s ability to organize and create structure. And Virgo might find Aries’ ability to act and then think mesmerizing, so they might very well end up inspiring one another.

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Virgo and Taurus Compatibility

Taurus, the fixed earth sign, and Virgo are trine, or four signs apart, which is the most harmonious, easy-breezy angle that two signs can make to one another. Both earth signs are grounded, pragmatic, and can be quite protective about taking the time they require to take action. Given their buzzy Mercury-ruled nature, Virgo does think, speak, and move through the world a bit quicker than slow, steady Taurus, but they also appreciate and can learn from the Bull’s chill approach. Equally happy to tend to and create a tranquil home and relationship, Venus-ruled Taurus beautifies while Mercury-ruled Virgo preps, plans, and organizes. Together, they’re a productive, stable, and sensual pair.

Virgo and Gemini Compatibility

Gemini, the mutable air sign, and Virgo are three signs apart, or square, which is a tense but also potentially activating angle. Sharing mutability, both Gemini and Virgo are adaptable but also indecisive, so they can frustrate one another by mirroring that tendency—and Virgo’s sensitivity and meticulousness can feel like a buzzkill to free-spirited Gemini while Gemini’s breezy, noncommittal vibe is at odds with Virgo’s grounded one. The Twins’ love of communicating for the sake of it versus with a specific, analytical game plan in mind, like the Maiden, can create friction, too. Still, they’re also both ruled by messenger Mercury, so they’ll, at the very least, find it easy to connect on an intellectual, platonic level.

Virgo and Cancer Compatibility

Virgo is sextile, or two signs apart, from Cancer, the cardinal water sign and fourth sign of the zodiac, which means they share a natural, warm connection. Cancer and Virgo are both sensitive, service-oriented, innately nurturing caregivers who are most blissed out when giving to others. They’re both equally motivated to turn big-picture dreams into reality and enjoy being the shoulder the other one leans on while striving toward their end game. Cancer can learn from and admire Virgo’s intellectual approach, while the Crab can teach the Maiden how to tune into their intuition.

Virgo and Leo Compatibility

Leo, the fifth sign of the zodiac and the fixed fire sign, is semisextile, or one sign apart from Virgo, which might make for a bit of bumpiness because they have different perspectives and priorities. While action-oriented Leo prefers to prowl, roar, and stalk down any objective in a dynamic, take-charge way, Mercury-ruled Virgo prefers to research, gathering the most pertinent details, and develop a pragmatic game plan before making their move. That pace—and Virgo’s mutable vacillation between potential paths—can frustrate a go-getter Lion. But if these two can be open to learning from one another’s unique approach, they can be a supremely supportive duo.

Virgo and Virgo Compatibility

A Virgo-Virgo pairing serves double the Mercury-ruled, detail-oriented, research-savvy energy, which can make for nonstop mutual adoration or aggravation for this pairing. Virgos tend to be their worst critics, and if they see a characteristic that makes their skin crawl reflected back to them by their Virgo partner, it could really give them the ick. On the positive side, two Virgos will have no problem thinking and talking through any super-detailed game plan they develop and tackle together. It’s also possible that, because Virgos champion self-improvement and are quick to support and nurture their nearest and dearest, they’ll be one another’s greatest cheerleaders.

Virgo and Libra Compatibility

Libra, the seventh sign of the zodiac and the cardinal air sign, is semisextile, or one sign apart from Virgo, which can make for some misunderstanding and discomfort. While Mercury-ruled Virgo lean into a rational approach, Libra—ruled by balance-seeking Venus—will often prioritize peace and diplomacy which might result in glossing over the facts that Virgo is invested in sharing. Libra can be indecisive and flighty, but mutable Virgo has plenty of their own hemming-and-hawing moments, too. Both are eager to solve or smooth over other people’s—or one another’s everyday challenges—and enjoy keeping their shared space tidy and aesthetically appealing.

Virgo and Scorpio Compatibility

Scorpio, the eighth sign of the zodiac and the fixed water sign, is sextile, or two signs apart, from Virgo, which sets the stage for easygoing mutual appreciation. Both are particular about who they’ll share their energy and the details of their lives with. They’re also both loyal, deep thinkers who put a lot of heart into their most heartfelt bonds. Scorpio aims to swim in the deep end of their feelings and be transformed by emotional experiences whereas heady, serviceable Virgo is comfier focusing on practical, daily details. Scorpio is also more interested in commanding power than service-oriented Virgo. Yet, if they lean on one another’s strengths, they’re capable of working together in a diligent, laser-focused way toward their shared, ideal endgame.