Valerian

Growing from seed

Start Valerian indoors about 8 weeks before your last frost. Seeds usually come up in around 21 days. Move seedlings out once the danger of frost has passed, in partial sun, spaced about 60 cm apart. Expect to harvest in roughly 90 days.

Companion Planting

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  Coral Bells
  

  Coral BellsGreat pair

  • ❧Valerian attracts Hoverflies, which prey on the Aphids that attack Coral Bells
  • ❧Valerian draws Bees and Bumblebees and more that improve pollination for both
  • ❧Coral Bells acts as living mulch, keeping soil moist and weeds down around Valerian
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  Lingonberry
  

  LingonberryGreat pair

  • ❧Valerian attracts Hoverflies, which prey on the Aphids that attack Lingonberry
  • ❧Valerian draws Bees and Bumblebees and more that improve pollination for both
  • ❧Lingonberry acts as living mulch, keeping soil moist and weeds down around Valerian
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  Red Mustard
  Great pair

  • ❧Valerian attracts Hoverflies, which prey on the Aphids that attack Red Mustard
  • ❧Red Mustard suppresses pests that trouble Valerian
  • ❧Red Mustard acts as living mulch, keeping soil moist and weeds down around Valerian

How to grow Valerian

1. Sow8 weeks before frost
2. Germinates21 days
3. Space60 cm apart
4. GrowPartial sun
5. Harvest~90 days

Water: Medium · Height: 150 cm · Soil: Moist, well-draining — tolerates most soils