Maria Thun Aussaattage 2026

The philosophy behind the calendar

Maria Thun developed a method for aligning gardening work with cosmic rhythms. Days are divided into four categories, each of which promotes a specific part of the plant:

• Root days: Ideal for root vegetables (e.g. carrots, potatoes).
• Leaf days: Favourable for leafy plants (e.g. lettuce, spinach, herbs).
• Flower days: Perfect for flowers and medicinal plants.
• Fruit days: Ideal for fruit and fruit-bearing vegetables (e.g. tomatoes, beans).

Areas of application for professionals and amateur gardeners

The calendar provides precise time frames for various agricultural activities:

• Planting and sowing: Determining the optimal time for vigorous germination.
• Hoeing and tending: Weed control and soil cultivation to strengthen plant resistance.
• Harvesting: Optimising shelf life and flavour intensity by choosing the right time to harvest.
• Viticulture: Special recommendations for pruning and harvesting.
• Bee care: Favourable times for working on the beehive to support the vitality of the colonies.

Why use the calendar?

The application of these rhythms aims to increase the natural vitality of plants and minimise the use of artificial aids. It is an indispensable tool for anyone striving for a sustainable and holistic form of cultivation.