Valeriana officinalis

Common valerian has been used for centuries in herbal medicines as a sedative. We use it in our garden as a vertical accent. It's large white umbel flowers light up the garden in early summer. Grows happily in sun to part-shade in moist to average soil.

Zones: 3 to 9

Family: Valerianaceae

Type: Herbaceous Perennial

Height: 36 to 60 in.

Spread: 24 to 48 in.

Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade

Soil: Moist, Average

Bloom Time: May to September

Native Range: Europe and western Asia