Garden Pictures Pictures of Valeriana officinalis (2 photos)
Valeriana officinalis
Common valerian (not to be confused with red valerian which is completely unrelated), grows to around five feet in sun or dappled shade. Stems may need support. Prone to blackfly just under the flowers (as shown in the picture!). Self seeds if not dead-headed
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14 Jun, 2008
Unless it is in a very sheltered position, I would advise staking it before it falls over. As it is tap-rooted, you don't have to worry too much about damaging the roots
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This photo is of "Valeriana officinalis" in Andrewr's garden
Joined 12 Mar, 2008
Perry County, Ohio
14 Jun, 2008
I was looking at mine yesterdan trying to decide if I should stake it or not. I think I will.