
Garden-heliotrope
Valeriana officinalis
Garden heliotrope is a robust perennial that grows well in most garden conditions with minimal fuss. It produces fragrant clusters of small white or pink flowers that attract beneficial insects. The aromatic roots have been used medicinally for centuries, making this both an ornamental and functional garden plant.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Moderate Water, Prefers Consistently Moist Soil
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 28, 2018 by Pep Secem (cc-by-sa)
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