{"product_id":"wild-flower-common-valerian-valeriana-officinalis-seeds","title":"Wild Flower Common Valerian – Valeriana officinalis Seeds","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1mhxanf\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"52\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"52\"\u003eCommon Valerian Seeds – Valeriana officinalis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"391\"\u003eCommon Valerian Seeds produce elegant clusters of fragrant soft pink to white flowers held above attractive green foliage throughout summer. Known botanically as \u003cstrong data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"241\"\u003eValeriana officinalis\u003c\/strong\u003e, this beautiful \u003cstrong data-start=\"258\" data-end=\"279\"\u003enative wildflower\u003c\/strong\u003e is highly valued for its ornamental beauty, pollinator-friendly blooms, and long history as a traditional herb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"748\"\u003eThe nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, hoverflies, and other beneficial insects, making \u003cstrong data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"529\"\u003eCommon Valerian\u003c\/strong\u003e an excellent choice for wildlife gardens, cottage gardens, damp borders, and naturalised planting schemes. Its tall graceful flower stems add height and movement while blending beautifully with other perennial flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"920\"\u003eEasy to grow and hardy, this attractive \u003cstrong data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"814\"\u003eperennial wildflower\u003c\/strong\u003e thrives in moist, fertile soils and returns year after year, providing lasting colour and wildlife value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"pm8yra\" data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"942\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"942\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eProduces fragrant clusters of soft pink to white flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003eTraditional \u003cstrong data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003enative wildflower\u003c\/strong\u003e also known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003eValeriana officinalis\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eHighly attractive to bees, butterflies, and pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003ePerfect for wildlife gardens, cottage gardens, and damp borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003eTall elegant flower stems add height and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eHardy perennial that returns year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eEasy to grow and suitable for beginner gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cthfgj\" data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003eHow to Grow Common Valerian Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003eSow Common Valerian Seeds indoors from February to May or directly outdoors from April to June.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003eSow seeds onto the surface of moist compost and lightly press down, as they require light for germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003eKeep compost lightly moist during germination, which usually takes around 14–28 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003eTransplant seedlings once large enough to handle and grow in a sunny or partially shaded position with fertile, moisture-retentive soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003eWater regularly during dry periods, particularly while plants become established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ujo6aa\" data-start=\"1917\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1953\"\u003eCommon Valerian 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