Valerian - Live Plant

$9.99


Valerian (Valeriana officinalis)

4 inch pot size with plant height between 6- 20 inches

Valerian is a hardy perennial clumping herb that doesn't mind its feet being wet. Roots have a interesting odor. Some say it smells like dirty socks. Roots are the primary part of the herb used for medicine. Valerian is known for its calming properties and is often used in herbal remedies for sleep and anxiety.

Height:
Typically grows between 3 to 5 feet.

Fragrance:
The roots of valerian emit a, somewhat unpleasant odor.

Sunlight:
Plant valerian in partial shade to full sun, depending on the climate. It prefers cool temperatures.

Soil:
Valerian thrives in well-draining, loamy soil.

Watering:
Keep the soil consistently moist. Valerian prefers evenly moist conditions but will tolerate short dry periods.

Fertilization:
Valerian doesn't require heavy feeding. A balanced fertilizer in spring should do just fine.

Spacing:
Plant valerian with 2 feet spacing.

Harvesting:
The medicinal part of the plant is its root. Harvest the roots in the fall of the second or third year. Clean, dry, and store them for later use.

Pests and Diseases:
Watch for aphids or spider mites. Good air circulation will help to prevent fungal diseases.

Winter Care:
Valerian is hardy but benefits from a layer of mulch in colder climates to protect the roots.

Shipping from United States

Processing time

2-7 business days

Customs and import taxes

Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.

Payment Options

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Returns & Exchanges

I gladly accept cancellations

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are we organic?

Although we aren't certified organic we use only organic practices we no use of pesticides or insecticides.

Sizing details:

Pot size - 3in, 4in or 5in (based on listing)
Plant height - 6+ inches

Shipping from our nursery to you:

We ship on Monday & Tuesdays according to climatic conditions to ensure your plants arrive in a timely manner for proper care, without unnecessary time spent in their dark box.

Where we cannot ship to:

At this time we are not able to fulfill orders outside of the U.S. due to agriculture regulations.
We also do not ship to Hawaii or Alaska because of their distance from our nursery and the sensitive nature of the plants we ship.

Love them! Very well done!


Plants packed well, received items as described and on time.


The plant looks healthy.Thank you so much


Everything came packaged well and plants are thriving.


Lovely large well established plant. Packaging was secure in the box. It was repotted as soon as i saw it. I could have divided it into 3 plants! Definitely healthy and in a shady spot to acclimatize.


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