Valerian, Homestash (Valeriana officinalis), packet of 50 seeds, organic

$3.95

Family: Valerian (Valerianaceae)

Hardy to Zones 4 to 8.

Homestash is our original valerian cultivar that we have been growing for 30 years on our farm.  The seed is from our own production.  Homestash is highly root productive in season, and the activity is very dependable.  The original stock came from:  England.  Herbaceous perennial native to Europe and temperate Asia.  Traditional usage (TWM): sedative.  Valerian prefers full sun to part shade and moist but well-drained soils.  I have seen excellent clumps form, during a wet spring, on the peak of a pile of ground pumice.  However, regular garden soil amended with organic compost will do nicely.  The plant adapts rather well to a wide range of conditions.  Seed is short-lived and should  be sown within a year of receipt.  Light dependent germinator.  Sow in spring, tamped securely into surface, and keep evenly moist until germination, which occurs in 10 to 16 days.  Seedling leaves look very un-valerian at first and some folks are confused.  But have faith, in time the leaves will become divided and much more closely resemble the standard form of the plant. Space plants 1 to 2 feet apart.  Flowers white in the second year to a height of 5 feet or more.

50 seeds/pkt., Certified Organically Grown

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  1. Question

    Monica

    Hi, I actually have a question about the burdock varieties. I’m wondering which I should purchase. I’m in zone 5 (maine) and I’m looking to use it for it’s medicinal properties. Thank you

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    • Richo Cech

      Richo Cech

      Hi Monica, Gobo burdock is official. richo

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    • Emily Hershberger

      Are the teas made from the root of the plant? If so, do you only harvest once a year?

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    • Mayche Cech

      Mayche Cech

      Hi Emily,
      Thanks for the note. For all practical purposes the tea is made from the roots of the plant and the plant is best harvested in the fall to spring after the first season of growth. It is possible to make crown cuttings at the same time as harvesting the roots, so you can make more plants happen at the same time as utilizing the herb.
      Richo

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    • Glenn

      Can Valerian be grown in containers if they are large enough? I will have 20″ fabric bags. Thanks!

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    • Richo Cech

      Richo Cech

      Hi Glenn,
      Yes, Valerian has a spreading root system so does very well in pots or fabric bags. richo

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