Stella Natura^® has long been a meaningful part of the biodynamic movement. As a planting calendar inspired by the research of Maria Thun, it is replete with meticulously hand-drawn charts that detail dates and times for planting/tending/harvesting various crops based on the planetary and cosmic influence on their seeds, leaves, flowers and fruits, including detailed specifics on how to apply these practices.

As a research tool and cultural touchstone, Stella Natura has come to be considered an archive-worthy source of insightful and engaging articles about biodynamic agriculture, cosmic influences, anthroposophy, and cultural initiatives, accompanied by soulful artwork.

It has become a treasured companion to gardeners, farmers, and those seeking a glimpse into the practical application of anthroposophical insight to the natural world.

A mindful act of succession ~ Stella Natura’s new home at Spikenard Farm Honeybee Sanctuary

Initiated by Sherry Wildfeuer in 1978, Stella Natura has been heartfully produced by her since that time. After 46 years at the helm, Sherry identified Alex Tuchman, director of Spikenard Farm Honeybee Sanctuary, as her chosen successor in this work. Alex and Sherry have worked mindfully and joyously together on this transition and have collaborated closely on the last several issues. While Sherry remains in close colleagueship and proceeds continue to benefit Camphill Kimberton Hills, the editing, publication, production, and distribution have all been transferred to Alex and staff at Spikenard Farm Honeybee Sanctuary in Floyd, Virginia.

It is an honor to be entrusted with this legacy, and a true labor of love to bring it to fruition.

New in 2025

The new design and layout bring updated features while maintaining the aesthetic and relevance reflected in even Stella’s earliest editions.

The Monthly Charts

Still drawn by hand, the monthly charts now feature a streamlined planetary section, more space for notes, and a 24 hour clock to simplify time-zone adjustments and planetary correlations.

The Key to the Monthly Charts and Visibility of the Planets

These reference pages are now placed at the back of the Calendar, in the same orientation as the monthly pages, so they may be referred to while the Calendar remains on the wall.

New Introductory Article

This comprehensive article brings refreshed insights on basic astronomy, the research underpinning the indications, practical application of the research, and a call for sustained, living research into the future along with a tribute to our Founder.

Free Introductory Webinar

In this recorded webinar, Alex gives a good grounding in the astronomic principles behind the Calendar along with its history and background and a practical ways to observe the indications given, in an illustrative and approachable manner.  Free Introductory Webinar.

Invitation to Share Research

We are dedicated to the spirit that stands behind Stella Natura, and to the human community that carries that spirit into practical application.

With this as a guiding principle, we look forward to promoting and fostering ongoing, living research!  Several research questions are offered in the front pages of this Calendar but please share what you are wondering and discovering in your own places and practices! We also always invite you to share your questions, comments, and needs at stellanatura@spikenardfarm.org