Valerian at the HBG's herb garden
Sunset®: All zones
USDA: 4-10
Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade
Origin: Europe, northern Asia
Growth Habits: Perennial herb, hollow stems, leaves are close to the grounds, but flower stems reach 4 feet tall (1.2 m); rhizome, up to 12 inches tall (30 cm), 0.2 inch in diameter (5 mm); pinnate leaves with 6 to 10 pairs of lanceolate toothed leaflets, unpleasant aroma when crushed
Watering Needs: Regular water, somewhat drought resistant, needs fertile soil
Propagation: Seeds, root cuttings
Valeriana_officinalis, Bilder ur Nordens Flora, courtesy of Project Runeberg
The valerian root is sometimes used as herbal tea for its sedative characteristics. It is harvested in the fall, after the plant has finished blooming. The fresh plant has been used in perfumery.
Blooming Habits:
The tiny white or pink fragrant flowers can be used as cut flowers.
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