Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) – Garden Heliotrope Herb Flower Seeds
Add a touch of elegance to your garden with Valerian Seeds, a classic herbaceous perennial known for its graceful flower clusters and soft, fern-like foliage. Commonly called Garden Heliotrope or Heal All, this ornamental herb has been cherished for centuries for its fragrance and beauty.
Valerian grows upright and produces dense clusters of tiny white-to-pink flowers that attract pollinators like butterflies and bees. It’s a low-maintenance perennial that thrives in sunny to partially shaded areas and adapts well to different soil types.
Perfect for border planting, wildflower gardens, or mixed perennial beds, Valerian adds both height and delicate texture to garden designs.
Features
- Perennial flowering herb with tall stems and airy flower clusters
- Produces fragrant pinkish-white blooms from late spring to summer
- Attracts pollinators such as butterflies and bees
- Hardy and adaptable to various soil conditions
- Excellent for ornamental, cottage, and wildflower gardens
- Easy to grow from seed with minimal maintenance
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Valeriana officinalis
- Common Names: Valerian, Garden Heliotrope, Heal All
- Plant Type: Perennial Herb
- Growth Habit: Upright, clumping
- Height: 3–5 feet (90–150 cm)
- Spread: 2–3 feet (60–90 cm)
- Foliage: Deep green, divided leaves
- Flower Color: White to soft pink
- Bloom Season: Late Spring to Midsummer
- Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Soil Type: Moist, well-drained loam
- Soil pH: Neutral to slightly acidic (6.0–7.0)
- Watering Needs: Moderate, prefers evenly moist soil
- USDA Zones: 4–9
- Temperature Range: 55–75°F (13–24°C)
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Organic Status: Conventional (organic available by source)
- Maintenance Level: Easy
- Companion Plants: Yarrow, Lavender, Coneflower, Sage
Planting Guide
- Soil Preparation: Choose a sunny or partially shaded location with moist, well-drained soil.
- Sowing: Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, or directly outdoors after frost risk passes.
- Depth: Lightly cover seeds with ¼ inch (6 mm) of fine soil or compost.
- Watering: Keep soil moist during germination, which occurs in 14–21 days.
- Transplanting: When seedlings reach 3 inches tall, transplant them 18–24 inches apart.
- Care: Water regularly and remove faded blooms to encourage new growth.
- Maintenance: Cut plants back in fall or after flowering for tidier growth the following season.