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Valerian Seeds

SEASON
Perennial

USDA ZONES
4 - 9

HEIGHT
20 - 40 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Mid summer

BLOOM COLOR
Pink

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE
Rich, moist, well-drained soil

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

SEASON
Perennial

USDA ZONES
5 - 8

HEIGHT
20 inches

BLOOM SEASON
May - July

BLOOM COLOR
Yellow

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE
Acidic soils, avoid lime

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

SEASON
Perennial

USDA ZONES
3 - 7

HEIGHT
16 - 24 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Mid summer to early fall

BLOOM COLOR
Green

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE
Rich, well-drained soil, pH 5.6 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

SEASON
Perennial

USDA ZONES
7 - 11

HEIGHT
14 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Mid spring to late summer

BLOOM COLOR
Purple

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun

SOIL TYPE
Light, sandy soil, pH 5.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

HOUSE PLANT
Yes

SEASON
Biennial

USDA ZONES
5 - 10

HEIGHT
40 - 55 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Late spring to mid summer

BLOOM COLOR
Pink

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun

SOIL TYPE
Grows in any type of soil, pH 6.6 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

SEASON
Annual

USDA ZONES
5 - 9

HEIGHT
20 - 24 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Mid summer to early fall

BLOOM COLOR
Yellow

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun

SOIL TYPE
Well drained, dry, rocky, poor soils

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

SEASON
Perennial

USDA ZONES
4 - 9

HEIGHT
36 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Summer

BLOOM COLOR
Purple

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

HOUSE PLANT
No

SEASON
Perennial

USDA ZONES
3 - 9

HEIGHT
24 - 36 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Summer

BLOOM COLOR
Yellow

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE
Moist, well-drained soil of average fertility

DEER RESISTANT
Yes
About...
Valerian (Valeriana Officinalis) - Start Valerian seeds and grow this well-known herb plant. Valerian is highly prized as a medicinal herb. It is a hardy perennial with a history of use dating back to the 16th century. It is very ornamental with fern-like foliage and pink flower heads that attract butterflies.MORE HERB OPTIONS
Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE
65F - 75F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes

DEPTH
1/8th inch

SOWING RATE
8 - 10 seeds per plant

MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING
18 - 36 inches
Valerian (Valeriana Officinalis) - Start Valerian seeds and grow this well-known herb plant. Valerian is highly prized as a medicinal herb. It is a hardy perennial with a history of use dating back to the 16th century. It is very ornamental with fern-like foliage and pink flower heads that attract butterflies. The Valerian herb is also referred to as All Heal and Garden Heliotrope. Valerian plants are an attractive addition to the herb garden, and cats love the herb too. Sometimes, the plants need some protection from cats who might do damage.
The Valerian root is what is harvested for medicinal use. Valerian has been called nature's tranquilizer. It is used to soothe anxiety, relieve pain, and calm minds that cannot fall asleep. In many parts of the world, Valerian root is the standard care for stress and relaxation. It is considered to be very sedating.
How To Grow Valerian From Herb Seeds: Plant Valerian seeds directly outdoors in the spring. Lightly cover the herb seeds with soil and keep moist. The Valerian seedlings are fairly frost tolerant. Start with a prepared seed bed that is weed free and has organic matter worked in. The location should be in full sun to partial shade. Valerian herb plants prefer moist conditions, so provide the equivalent of 1 to 2 inches of rainfall each week. The plant will need nitrogen throughout the growing season. If you are growing Valerian herb plants for the root, cut the flower stalks when they appear. This will direct energy to the roots. Wait until the second year to harvest and dry the roots. Valerian will self-sow. Cut the spent flower heads to prevent re-seeding.