Product description
Also known as Common Valerian, Valeriana officinalis is a classic cottage garden perennial with soft, feathery foliage and tall stems topped with delicate pink white flower clusters. Its relaxed, natural shape brings a gentle, meadow inspired feel to planting spaces, offering subtle height and a calming presence that blends beautifully into both traditional and contemporary garden styles.
Caring for Valeriana officinalis is wonderfully straightforward. It thrives in moist, well drained soil and is happiest in full sun or partial shade, settling in quickly once planted. Water during dry spells to support strong establishment, and trim back spent stems after flowering to keep the plant tidy and encourage healthy growth. With its hardy nature and dependable performance, this perennial returns each year with effortless charm and soft seasonal colour.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Common Valerian
Valeriana officinalis
Valeriana officinalis
Product description
Also known as Common Valerian, Valeriana officinalis is a classic cottage garden perennial with soft, feathery foliage and tall stems topped with delicate pink white flower clusters. Its relaxed, natural shape brings a gentle, meadow inspired feel to planting spaces, offering subtle height and a calming presence that blends beautifully into both traditional and contemporary garden styles.
Caring for Valeriana officinalis is wonderfully straightforward. It thrives in moist, well drained soil and is happiest in full sun or partial shade, settling in quickly once planted. Water during dry spells to support strong establishment, and trim back spent stems after flowering to keep the plant tidy and encourage healthy growth. With its hardy nature and dependable performance, this perennial returns each year with effortless charm and soft seasonal colour.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Give Common Valerian a little shelter from strong winds so the tall stems stay upright and elegant through the season.
How to Water
Regular watering keeps Valeriana officinalis growing steadily, especially while it settles into its new position. During warm spells, give the soil a thorough soak so the roots stay supported and the plant maintains its soft, upright growth.
How to Plant
Set the root ball level with the soil surface and position Common Valerian plants around 40-50cm apart to allow the clump to develop naturally. Choose a spot in full sun or partial shade so the stems can grow upright and form their soft, airy shape.
