Valerian - Traditional Herb & Pollinator-Friendly Perennial

Valerian is a graceful and well-known herb valued in traditional herb gardens for centuries. With its tall stems and clusters of soft pink-white flowers, it adds both height and beauty to the garden. Easy to grow and naturally resilient, Valerian is a wonderful addition to healing herb gardens, cottage gardens, and wildlife-friendly planting.

Why choose The Healing Herb Garden Valerian?

Our Valerian plug plants are carefully grown and selected to establish quickly and thrive in UK gardens. Supplied in a strong 7cm pot, these healthy young plants are ready to plant into herb beds, borders, or natural planting areas.

Our plants are carefully grown and nurtured with patience and care, so they arrive healthy, well-rooted, and ready to settle into your garden.

Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is a hardy perennial herb known for its tall upright growth and clusters of delicate pale pink to white flowers. Flowering in summer, the blooms attract bees and other beneficial pollinators while adding a soft, airy presence to the garden.

A tall and calming herb for your healing garden

Usually available: Spring – Autumn
Life cycle: Perennial
Height: 100 – 150 cm
Position: Full sun / Part shade
Soil preference: Moist, well-drained soil

Uses

Herbal
Valerian has a long history in traditional herbal practices and has been valued in herb gardens for generations.

Aromatic
The flowers have a light fragrance and add interest to traditional and sensory gardens.

Ground cover
Valerian grows upright rather than spreading and works well planted among other herbs in borders and herb beds.

Physical characteristics

Height
100 – 150 cm tall

Foliage
Feathery green leaves growing along tall upright stems.

Flowers
Clusters of pale pink to white flowers appearing in summer.

Perfect for herb gardens in the UK

Valerian is a wonderful choice if you are looking to grow traditional herbs in the UK or create a natural herb garden. Its tall growth, delicate flowers, and pollinator value make it perfect for herb beds, wildlife gardens, and cottage-style planting.

Growing traditional herbs like Valerian helps reconnect the garden with herbal heritage while creating a beautiful and beneficial planting space.

Supplied as a healthy young plug plant in a 7cm pot, ready to establish and thrive in your Healing Herb Garden.

Frequently asked questions

Does Valerian grow well in the UK?
Yes, Valerian grows very well in UK gardens and is a hardy perennial that returns each year.

How tall does Valerian grow?
Valerian can grow between 100 and 150 cm tall, making it ideal for the back of herb beds and borders.

Is Valerian good for pollinators?
Yes, the flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects during the summer months.