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Biodynamic Gardening Books

Biodynamic Gardening and the biodynamic gardener work with soil and plants as living, dynamic manifestations of a relationship between two poles.

	Vortex of Life When The Vortex of Life was first published in 1993, Lawrence Edwards’ pioneering work on bud shapes had already attracted the attention of many scientists around the world. In the book, Edwards gave a fuller account of his research, widening it to include the forms of plants, embryos, and organs such as the heart. His work suggests that there are universal laws, not yet fully understood, that guide an organism’s growth into predetermined patterns. His work has profound implications for those working in genetics and stem cell research. Edwards died in 2004 at the age of 92 and Graham Calderwood has edited and revised this classic work.		Price:	QTY:

	The Biodynamic Farm The BD Farm Bankrupt farmers, erosion of topsoil, and poor food quality owing to pesticides, hormones, and other additives, these are the well-known realities of the modern crisis in farming. This problem is the outcome of the limited vision of conventional methods and a system that focuses exclusively on quick results and profits. The need for changes is clear, and Koepf provides a vast array of research data and results, as well as many helpful details on animal feeding, crop rotation, diseases, pests, and fertilizing. He shows that the biodynamic method of farming and gardening is the alternative that can turn farming around. Biodynamics is the oldest alternative agricultural movement in the world. It is based on the concept of the whole farm as a single organism. Its goals are to protect and nurture the soil, improve the quality of food, and organically integrate the farm into the environment as a whole. This is an essential reference for all farmers who are unsatisfied with conventional methods and for gardeners who wish to improve the quality of life around them as well as the food they serve their families.		Price:	QTY:

	Biodynamic Agriculture A newly revised edition. Biodynamics is an internationally recognized approach to organic agriculture in which the farmer or gardener respects and works with the spiritual dimension of the earth's environment. In a world where conventional agricultural methods threaten the environment, biodynamic farms and gardens are designed to have a sound ecological balance. This concise and fully illustrated book presents evidence that biodynamic crops put down deeper roots, show strong resistance to disease and have better keeping qualities than conventionally produced crops. 'This little paperback is essential for all organic gardeners. Incredibly condensed amounts of information are available here - Illustrated throughout with some lovely photos and clear diagrams.'--- Ysanne Spevack, Organicfood.co.uk Willy Schilthuis was president of the Dutch Biodynamic Association for twenty-five years. She has written several books on biodynamic agriculture. 128 pgs / Soft cover		Price:	QTY:

	What Is Biodynamics? What Is Biodynamics?  (A Way to Heal and Revitalize the Earth) by Rudolf Steiner Seven seminal Lectures by Rudolf Steiner - four on developing a spiritual perception of nature and three, from his Agricultural Course, dealing with the preparations.		Price:	Out of Stock

	Biodynamic Gardening for Health Any gardener who already works with biodynamics will tell you the difference it has made to his or her garden. From crispier lettuce to more intensely-flavoured onions, biodynamics is a great way to get your garden to produce tasty, nutrient-packed fruit and vegetables. The ideas behind biodynamics can sometimes be difficult to explain, however, and appear rather strange to those who are new to the technique. Hilary Wright, an experienced and passionate biodynamic gardener, guides the novice through the key points, whilst never losing sight of the ultimate goal: a healthy, abundant garden. Easy-to-follow step-by-step illustrations, explanatory diagrams and colour photographs show how biodynamic techniques can work for any gardener.		Price:	Coming Soon

	Green fingers and Muddy Gumboots Children benefit immensely from spending time outdoors in the fresh air, and a great way to get them outside  is to encourage an interest in their garden. This book, with accompanying worksheets on a CD (included), presents fun and practical activities to do in the garden every month of the year, come rain or shine. These range from growing flowers and vegetables, to spotting birds and tracking the weather, and keeping a 'garden diary'. The activities are suitable for seven to fourteen year olds, and although older children will be able to work independently, it can be most fun to work as part of a group such as a family or school class. Let them get their hands (or boots) dirty! Green Fingers and Muddy Boots is based on the original Plant and Grow course developed with the Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society, which has been used successfully by many families and schools for several years. Although this book is written in the Northern Hemisphere it is a valuable resource and all that is needed is to switch the seasonal information around to suit our hemisphere. ie June is their Summer, our Winter, so it is just a matter of changing switching months around		Price:	Out of Stock

	Gardening with Young Children “This warm-hearted book by a very successful mother, gardener, and teacher has the potential to become a guide for the next generation toward understanding nature and to heal our threatened environment worldwide.” —Sibylle Alexander, author of Told by the Peat Fire Gardening with Young Children is a lively and imaginative guide to a child’s experience of a year in a garden. Experienced gardener Beatrys Lockie explains the basic techniques, from sowing the seeds to harvesting the produce, and gives instructions for cultivating easily grown flowers, herbs, and vegetables. The author also describes projects using berries, seeds, and leaves, delicious and simple recipes, plus stories, songs, and poems about the insects, birds, and animals of the gardening world. The activities in this “Early Years” book are suitable for gardens of all shapes and sizes—even for a few pots on a balcony or small patio.		Price:	Out of Stock