Valeriana angustifolia
Narrow-leaved red valerian · Vitry weed
Care Guide
💧 Water
☀️ Light Full sun
Valerian thrives optimally in locations with abundant sunshine, though it can survive in areas where the sun shines only half of the time. Originally hailing from wide-open environments, ample sunlight is essential for its growth. Excessive sunlight might lead to its drooping, while insufficient sunlight could interfere with its luxurious growth.
🌡️ Temperature 5–35°C
Valerian is a type of flora that prefers habitats with temperatures ranging from 68 to 95°F (20 to 35℃). It flourishes in places with a mild climate and may need alterations in temperature depending on the seasonal conditions of its location.
💨 Humidity
🪴 Soil 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer
Valerian usually requires only one dose of fertilizer in the spring, but optimizing its growth can be achieved with multiple feedings. Provide nourishment every one to one and a half months. The benefit of fertilization includes enhancing the look and functionality of the leaves, promoting a uniform color, and maintaining a healthy texture. It also boosts root development and the plant's ability to absorb nutrients, contributing to the longevity of the plant's health.
🪴 Pot & Repot 2-3 years
During the repotting of Valerian, opt for a container that is 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) larger and features sufficient drainage. Utilize a potting mix that drains well. Carry out the repotting process during spring or fall, making sure that the root ball sits a bit below the rim of the plant pot. After repotting, water it thoroughly and position it in a warm place where it can receive indirect sunlight.
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity
Characteristics
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Perennial, Annual
- Genus
- Valeriana
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 4-9
- Mature Height
- 1.52 m
- Mature Spread
- 46 cm to 91 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- Pink, White
- Flower Size
- 0.51 cm
- Bloom Time
- Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer
- Planting Time
- Spring
- Harvest Time
- Mid summer
- Native Area
- Turkey, Sweden, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Armenia, Poland, Greece, Belarus, Ukraine, China, Russia, Lithuania, Hungary, Germany, Portugal, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Japan, Estonia, Mongolia, Koppen, Iran, Albania, Azerbaijan, South Korea, Latvia, France