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 2026

With this issue we have added four pages of new content to help users develop a deeper engagement with the rhythms, research, and observation on which the Calendar is based and continues to expand.

We have also made a Spanish Supplement available, which includes all the foundational information for using the calendar as a Spanish speaker.

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 the free Introduction to Stella Natura 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.

Beholding the Stars

A year-long research meeting that meets on the New Moon of each month, Beholding the Stars is the third iteration of our Life Based in Love series.

In this year-long research/study group we will explore ways to more effectively participate with the rhythms of Moon, Sun, and Planets as they relate to our activities on earth, by developing an experiential relationship with the sky above – which may then enrich and inform our work with the calendar and one-another.  For more information and to join the monthly study, click Beholding the Stars.