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Valerian, belonging to the Caprifoliaceae family, thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, its roots sought for teas and medicinal use. While its pink blooms emit a pleasant fragrance, the roots hold a pungent aroma. Growing up to five feet tall, its fern-like foliage adds ornamental charm. Cats are attracted to it akin to catnip. Easily cultivated from seed, it sprouts within two weeks when sown directly outdoors after the last frost. Valerian has been prized for its medicinal properties, its root oil aiding in insomnia, migraines, and anxiety, while its blooms were once used in perfumes. An adaptable herb, it adds both visual appeal and herbal benefits to gardens, making it a popular choice for herbal teas and ornamental gardens alike.
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Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Valeriana officinalis |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 14 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 4-6 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m) |
| Plant Spacing | 18-24 in. (45-60 cm) |
| Hardiness | USDA Zone 4a: to -25F, USDA Zone 4b: to -20F, USDA Zone 5a: to -15F, USDA Zone 5b: to -10F, USDA Zone 6a: to -5F, USDA Zone 6b: to 0F, USDA Zone 7a: to 5F, USDA Zone 7b: to 10F, USDA Zone 8a: to 15F, USDA Zone 8b: to 20F, USDA Zone 9a: to 25F |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Sun to Partial Shade |
| Danger | N/A |
| Bloom Color | Pale Pink, White/Near White |
| Bloom Time | Mid-Summer |
| Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater, Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
| Days to Harvest | 20-30 |
| Propagation Methods | By dividing the rootball, From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall, From seed; stratify if sowing indoors, From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse |
| Seed Collecting | Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds, Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed, Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |
| Seeds Per Pack | 50 |
