Agricultural use only: This is a compost preparation for application to compost and crops. Not for human or animal consumption.
One unit is 1 milliliter.
At a Glance:
What it does: Stimulates phosphorus processes and protects compost from the cold.
How to use: Use as part of a complete BD 502–507 set. Empty one unit into 1 gallon of lukewarm rainwater or other chemical-free water and stir vigorously for 10 minutes, alternating directions rhythmically. Pour half into the sixth compost-pile hole and spray the other half over the pile in a fine mist. One complete set treats up to 15 tons of compost; use the full set on smaller piles also.
BD 507 stimulates compost so that phosphorus components will be properly used by the soil.
Compost application
Empty one unit into 1 gallon of lukewarm rainwater or other chemical-free water and stir vigorously for 10 minutes. Divide the gallon in half: pour one half into the sixth hole, then spray the other half over the entire compost pile in a fine mist. This is the current handout method for BD 507 as part of the complete compost set.
Crop-spray and frost-protection uses are separate from the compost-pile method. Refer to the additional JPI guidance linked below for those applications.
The team at JPI is always there to swiftly answer questions or provide information. Our orders are always prepared and delivered in timely manner. Highly recomend!
Joel Williams
Vineyard Manager
Hidden Bench Vineyards & Winery Inc.
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David Taylor
Chicken POOP-Fly-away
For several years we have been spraying our 1.5 tons of organic compost when we mix our Stack Farms organic chicken poop. Flies gather as the mix is strong. As soon as we spray the pile with you Valerian prep flies are gone and never come back. It is amazing. Thanks.
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Will Bratton
Incredible
Wow, this is by far the best 507 I've ever used. Incredibly powerful. The Valerian flowers must have been very potent during harvest.
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Averette Lackey
“Liquid light of Saturn” Valerian
After reading Stewart Lundy’s 8/10/25 post re: Venus trine Saturn & Neptune for August 25 & 26th, I ordered Valerian from JPI. I received it by mail VERY quickly. Stewart’s discussion of the “liquid light of Saturn” was inspiring & instructions for making the spray were clear & simple. I am so grateful for JPI!
What is the Biodynamic Valerian Preparation used for?
BD 507 stimulates phosphorus processes in compost and protects it from the cold, enhancing soil life and growth.
How do I use the Valerian Preparation for compost?
Empty one unit into 1 gallon of lukewarm rainwater or other chemical-free water and stir vigorously for 10 minutes. Pour half into the sixth compost-pile hole and spray the other half over the pile in a fine mist.
How much compost does one BD 507 unit treat?
Use one unit as part of a complete BD 502–507 set. One complete set treats up to 15 tons of compost; use the full set on smaller piles also.
Is it possible to make my own BD 507 preparation?
Yes, valerian is easy to grow, and making your own BD 507 is encouraged for large operations.
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