Quick Look
- The original, and still the best, biodynamic calendar, now in its 62nd year
- Reveals the optimum days for sowing, pruning and harvesting plants and crops to help you get the best from what you grow
- Presented in colour with clear explanations and a handy pull-out wallchart
- Printed on recycled FSC paper (created from 100% post-consumer waste) using plant-based inks, which reduces chemical emissions and makes this calendar easier to recycle
- Features detailed planting information, information panels and space devoted to thorough explanations
- The lay-flat spine means it's easy to consult the Calendar during planning, keep your place and make notes
The original, and still the best, biodynamic sowing and planting calendar, now in its 62nd year. Shows the optimum days for sowing, pruning and harvesting various plants and crops.
Description
The original biodynamic sowing and planting calendar, now in its 62nd year.
The simple, two-week-to-view layout features detailed planting, tending and harvesting information to help both seasoned biodynamic farmers and beginner gardeners maximise the yield and vitality of crops and plants. Trusted by generations of growers, the ultimate biodynamic features:
-- An easy-to-view layout making it simpler to plan what to do and when
-- Space to add your own notes
-- Clear headings and sections for fast look-ups
-- NEW! A lay-flat spine means it's easy to consult the Calendar, keep your place and make notes
-- Information on solar and lunar events and planetary aspects
-- A pull-out wallchart that can be pinned up in a barn, shed or greenhouse as a handy quick reference
-- Eco-friendly printing with recycled FSC paper using plant-based inks
Table of Contents
Preface
What are the basic principles of the calendar?
How do I use the calendar?
What’s shown in the calendar?
Times and symbols
I’d like to understand the astronomy in more detail
Star signs and constellations; Transplanting Time and ascending and descending Moon
Why are other astronomic events important?
More Moon rhythms; Sun and zodiac; Planets; Aspects
Astronomical symbols
Converting to local time
Calendar
More tips inspired by biodynamics
Crop tables
Companion planting
Biodynamic preparations
Animal and insect pests, fungal problems
Sowing and felling times for trees and shrubs
Beekeeping
Moon diagrams
Maria Thun
The barrel preparation
The tree bark preparation
Further reading and Biodynamic associations
Reviews
'The new design looks clear and fresh, with great visual clues to help beginners -- from colour-coded growing advice boxes to information on the constellation of the moon, plus useful practical suggestions of what tasks to do in the garden.'
-- Claire Hattersley, Head Gardner, Weleda UK
Author
Titia Maria Thun was born in Marburg, in central Germany. She studied German literature and history of art at Jena University. She has been involved in calculating data and writing for the Maria Thun Biodynamic Calendar for a number of years. In 2020, she and her brother, Friedrich, took over the creation of the calendar and the management of the family farm from their late father, Matthias. Titia is the granddaughter of biodynamic pioneer Maria Thun. She lives in Dexbach, Germany.
Friedrich Kaspar Walter Thun was born in Marburg, in central Germany. After attending the Waldorf School in Marburg, he began an agricultural apprenticeship and completed it at Arpshof biodynamic farm near Hamburg. He has been involved in calculating data and writing for the Maria Thun Biodynamic Calendar for a number of years. In 2020, he and his sister, Maria, took over the creation of the calendar and the management of the family farm from their late father, Matthias. Friedrich is the grandson of biodynamic pioneer Maria Thun. He lives in Dexbach, Germany.
