The 2023 Maria Thun Biodynamic Almanac adapted for North American (EST) times. The original, and still the best, biodynamic sowing and planting calendar, now in its 61st year. Shows the optimum days for sowing, pruning and harvesting plants and crops.
The 2023 Maria Thun Biodynamic Calendar, adapted for North American (Eastern Standard Time) dates and times.
The original biodynamic sowing and planting calendar celebrates its 61st year with detailed planting, tending and harvesting information to help you maximize the yield and flavor of your crops and plants. Trusted by generations of farmers and gardeners, this is the ultimate biodynamic calendar.
The new layout features:
- A clearer, easy-to-view layout making it simpler to plan what to do and when
- More space dedicated to detailed explanations of the recommended activities to help you get the best from what you grow
- New information panels make it easier to use
- Clearer headings and sections for faster look-ups
- More detailed planting, tending and harvesting information to maximize the yield and flavor of crops and plants
- Redesigned to work for both seasoned farmers and beginner gardeners
- Solar and lunar events, plus information on planetary aspects, are given dedicated space
This useful guide shows the optimum days for sowing, pruning and harvesting various plants and crops, as well as working with bees. It includes Thun's unique insights, which go above and beyond the standard information presented in some other lunar calendars. The almanac is presented in color with clear symbols and explanations and includes a pullout wallchart which can be used as a handy quick reference.
This trusted sowing and planting almanac will become a reliable companion for both seasoned growers and beginners, to help you get the best from what you grow.
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'This little paperback is essential for all organic gardeners. It is the original annual biodynamic planting guide. Incredibly condensed amounts of information are available [ here]
Illustrated throughout with some lovely photos and clear diagrams.' -- Organicfood.co.uk
'This little paperback calendar is the original of its kind and essential for all organic gardeners. An established following ensures good sales of this useful guide, which has a special feature on the care of bees.' -- Bookseller Buyers' Guide
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What are the basic principles of the almanac? |
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How do I use the almanac? |
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Star signs and constellations |
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Transplanting Time and ascending and descending Moon |
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Astronomical symbols & inside cover |
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More tips inspired by biodynamics |
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Animal and insect pests, fungal problems |
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Sowing and felling times for trees and shrubs |
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Woods, trees and planets Titia Thun |
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Tree paste Titia & Friedrich Thun |
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Effects of the Sun in the course of the year Maria Thun |
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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.
