Overview
Valeriana alliariifolia is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Valeriana, part of the Caprifoliaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Valeriana alliariifolia grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildflower meadow, city and courtyard gardens, coastal, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Valeriana alliariifolia is a clump-forming deciduous perennial belonging to the genus Valeriana, which includes annuals, herbaceous perennials, and evergreen shrubs. It thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil that is moist but well-drained, preferring full sun or partial shade with a sheltered aspect, ideally west- or south-facing. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for a variety of garden settings such as cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, and coastal or city gardens. This cultivar is best appreciated in spring and summer when it produces terminal clusters of small flowers typical of the genus.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Valeriana
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Valeriana alliariifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Valeriana alliariifolia
- Propagation
- Seed, Basal cuttings, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Valeriana alliariifolia?
Valeriana alliariifolia prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Valeriana alliariifolia need?
Valeriana alliariifolia grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Valeriana alliariifolia hardy in the UK?
Valeriana alliariifolia has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Valeriana alliariifolia?
Seed, Basal cuttings, Division.
More in the Valeriana genus
- Valeriana dioicamarsh valerian
- Valeriana phugolden spikenard
- Valeriana saxatilis
- Valeriana tuberosamountain spikenard
- Valeriana sitchensis subsp. sitchensis