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Valerian (BD 507) made by pressing valerian flowers and fermenting the juice, is one of the six Compost Preparations. We sell it separately because it is useful in warding off the negative effects of an early or late frost on blossoms and leaves. Stir one unit into one gallon of warm water for 10 minutes. Apply immediately after stirring as a fine mist, just before daybreak. NOTE: If you order only Valerian and we can fit it in a small flat rate box, we will credit your credit card $6.5o for reduced shipping after you place your order. -
BD #501 – also called Horn Silica. Applied in early morning. It is an aid to photosynthesis and enhances flavor and nutritive qualities of plants. It also supports the keeping capacity (longevity after harvest) of vegetables, fruits and flowers. NOTE: If you order only Horn Silica and we can fit it in a small flat rate box or envelope, we will credit your credit card at least $6.5o for reduced shipping after you place your order. -
BD #500 – also called Horn Manure. Apply in the spring and/or fall when bare ground presents. Promotes root activity of plants; aids in the germination of seeds; balancer of the soil's nitrogen and ph.
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Biodynamic Compound Preparation - also called Barrel Compost or BC. Made from all of the Biodynamic Compost Preparations and used when you do not have enough biodynamic compost for your gardens, lawns & fields. BC brings all of the benefits and characteristics of the six Biodynamic Compost Preparations to the soil. Please note that BC should not be used in place of your fertility program (compost and other amendments) but rather to enhance it.
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The Biodynamic Compost Preparations: These six Preparations are placed in your compost pile together, enriching and preparing compost for your fields and gardens. Use One Compost Preparation Set per a 15 tons or less compost pile (approximately 20 feet by 6 feet by 5 feet). Wait up to a year before using the compost. No turning of the pile is necessary. For use in compost piles, in purchased compost and in potting/seed starting mix. BD #502 – Yarrow (Achillea millefolium flowers) assists with potassium and sulphur and with plant growth. BD #503 – Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla flowers) is a stabilizer of nitrogen and strengthener of plant growth. BD #504 – Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica stem & leaves) is a stimulator of iron, potassium, magnesium, sulphur and calcium. BD #505 – Oak Bark (Quercus alba bark) assists in phosphorous and calcium development and fungal resistance. BD #506 – Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale flowers) stimulates boron, selenium and magnesium. BD #507 – Valerian (Valeriana officianale flowers) stimulates phosphorous activity and soil warmth.
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Equisetum – Equisetum arvense acts as a preventative when fungus issues present.
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by Matthias Thun
This biodynamic sowing and planting calendar has an easy-to-view layout that features:
- A layout that makes it simple to plan what to do and when
- Space dedicated to detailed explanations of the recommended activities
- Information panels to support seasoned growers and beginners
- Detailed planting, tending and harvesting information to maximize the yield and vitality of crops and plants
- Solar and lunar events, plus information on planetary aspects, are given dedicated space
Dimensions are 9” x 6” x 3/8"Weight is 10.5 ozNOTE: IF YOU ONLY ORDER A CALENDAR WE CAN SHIP IT MEDIA RATE FOR $5 - $7.We will credit your credit card the difference between our standard shipping fee ($16.25) and the actual cost of shipping. -
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By Sherry Wildfeuer
Rudolf Steiner lectured on agriculture in 1924 at the request of a group of farmers who already appreciated his contribution to the understanding of human nature, education, medicine, science, art, religion and more. The insights and practices from his Agriculture Course, known as Biodynamics, have been taken up by farmers and gardeners worldwide.Steiner pointed to the cosmic influences from the sun, moon, planets and stars as important factors to work with in agriculture. Then he challenged his listeners to develop a new science of timing for seed sowing to replace the old proverbs. Considerable research has been done, notably by German biodynamic farmer Maria Thun since the early 1950s, and the Stella Natura charts largely reflect her observations and conclusions.
The calendar is meant to be used with common sense and an eye to the weather. The charts assist you in choosing optimum times to sow seeds, transplant, cultivate your crops and harvest them for storage. There is also room each day to keep gardening notes.Dimensions are 9” x 12”Weight is 6 ozNOTE: IF YOU ONLY ORDER A CALENDAR WE CAN SHIP IT MEDIA RATE FOR $5 - $7.We will credit your credit card the difference between our standard shipping fee ($16.25) and the actual cost of shipping. -
Gardening with the Moon & Stars by Elen Sentier brings biodynamics to the ordinary gardener. Elen Sentier is passionate about biodynamics. She feels it’s vital to make organics and biodynamics available to as many people as possible if we are to help our earth cope with the increasing demands we humans place upon her. Biodynamics is easy, simple, cheap and super-effective; it's seriously good horticulture too, and it works in whatever size of garden you have, from a window box to several acres. This book is written in plain down-to-earth language with lots of tips and hints to help you learn how easy it is to use the preparations and work with the biodynamic planting calendar.
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Gardening for Life: the Biodynamic Way by Maria Thun. Thun was an authority on biodynamics and dedicated her life to the research and application of biodynamic principals. She recognized how cosmic energies influence the germination of seeds and growth of plants. She created the Biodynamic Compound Preparation recipe to support the life of the soil and the vitality of plants and crops. Gardening for Life is fully illustrated in color, with helpful instructions, an index, and follow up information.
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We recommend this kit for your soil and flowers, vegetables, shrubs, trees and lawns, as you begin your spring gardening season. It covers up to one acre*.It includes one unit each of:
- Two soil preparations: BD#500 (Horn Manure) & Biodynamic Compound (Barrel Compost or BC)
- One foliar preparation: BD#501 (Horn Silica)
- One Set of Biodynamic Compost Preparations (BD#502 - 507) that can be used in either your compost pile or in your seed starting/potting mix.
Also, remember to add a biodynamic calendar to your order, either the Stella Natura Calendar or the Maria Thun Almanac to guide your daily work in the garden.Visit our Preparations Pages and FAQ page for information on using your preparations and don't hesitate to reach out if we can be of assistance. Please email us. -
We recommend this kit for your gardens and fields as you prepare them for their dormant period. It covers up to one acre*.It includes one unit each of:
- Two soil preparations: BD#500 (Horn Manure) & Biodynamic Compound (Barrel Compost or BC)
- One Set of Biodynamic Compost Preparations (BD#502 – 507) to be used in your compost pile as you prepare to "put it to bed" so that it will be ready to use next spring.
Visit our Preparations Pages and FAQ page for information on using your preparations and don’t hesitate to reach out if we can be of assistance. Please email us.
