About
A rhizomatous perennial forming a clump of scented leaves, the basal ones simple, those on the stems pinnate, all opening yellow in spring, becoming yellowish-green by summer; sprays of small white flowers open in early summer.
About the genus
Valeriana can be annuals, herbaceous perennials or evergreen shrubs, with simple or pinnately lobed leaves and terminal sprays of small, white, pink or yellow flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, North-facing, East-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCoastal, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden
FragranceFoliage
Care notes
CultivationPlant in any moist, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade
PruningCut back to ground level at the end of the growing season
PropagationPropagate by division or propagate by seed in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free