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The Maria Thun Biodynamic Almanac 2025
North American Edition
Titia Thun and Friedrich Thun
Contributions by Wolfgang Held and Christian Maclean
Translated by Bernard Jarman
Contributions by Wolfgang Held and Christian Maclean
Translated by Bernard Jarman
Paperback
August 2024
9781782509165
More details
- Publisher
Floris Books - Published
27th August - ISBN 9781782509165
- Language English
- Pages 96 pp.
- Size 6.14" x 9.2"
$14.95
The original biodynamic sowing and planting almanac, adapted for North American (EST) dates and times—essential reading for more than sixty years!
The simple, two-week-to-view layout features detailed planting, tending and harvesting information to help both seasoned biodynamic farmers and beginner gardeners maximize the yield and vitality of crops and plants. Trusted by generations of growers, the ultimate biodynamic almanac features:
- An easy-to-read layout making it simple to plan what to do and when
- Space to add your own notes
- Clear headings and sections for fast look-ups
- Lay-flat spine makes it easy to consult the almanac while planning
- Information on solar and lunar events and planetary aspects
- A pull-out wallchart that can be pinned up as a handy reference
- Eco-friendly printing with recycled FSC paper using plant-based inks
“The new design looks clear and fresh, with great visual clues to help beginners—from color-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 Gardener, Weleda UK
C O N T E N T S:
Preface (Titia and Friedrich Thun)
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
• Why are other astronomic events important?
• Astronomical symbols
• Converting to local time
The 2025 Almanac
More Tips Inspired by Biodynamics
Making and Using Plant Teas (Titia Thun)
Further Applications of Teas (Maria Thun)
Further reading and biodynamic associationsTitia Thun
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 Thun
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.
