Product information "English water mint (9cm) - Preslia cervina 'Alba'"
Valeriana officinalis – Valerian for pond edge & bank zone
Valeriana officinalis (valerian) is a stately, natural-looking perennial for moist areas around the garden pond. With 60–100 cm height, it adds structure to the bank zone without appearing artificial. The flowering period is from May to August (V–VIII), it is suitable for 0 to –15 cm planting depth and hardy in zone 1–2.
- Flowering period: V–VIII (May to August)
- Height: approx. 60–100 cm
- Planting depth: 0 to –15 cm
- Pot size: approx. 9cm
Plant specifications:
- You receive a robust waterside perennial that naturally enhances the pond edge and adds height to the planting.
- Due to the long flowering period V–VIII, the edge zone remains attractive and appears well-groomed for months.
- Thanks to planting depth 0 to –15 cm, valerian can be flexibly placed in moist border areas and very shallow zones.
Technical data:
- Botanical name: Valeriana officinalis
- English name: Valerian
- Height (cm): 60 / 100 cm
- Planting depth: 0 / –15 cm
- Flowering period: V–VIII
- Winter hardiness zone: Zone 1 / 2
- Pot size: 9 cm
With Valeriana officinalis (valerian) you are choosing a waterside perennial for the garden pond that looks particularly natural and gives the edge planting noticeably more height and depth. Especially with ponds, a “shallow” impression is quickly created if only low plants are standing in the marginal area. Valerian creates a beautiful counterpoint here: it grows upright, brings volume to the bank zone and can be combined excellently with lower pond edge plants that soften the transition to the water in the foreground.
The flowering period from May to August (V–VIII) ensures that the pond edge appears lively for much of the season. As there is no indication of flower colour, this point remains neutral – in the garden, however, the overall effect of height, structure and flowering period is often the focus for valerian anyway. With a growth height of approx. 60 to 100 cm, the plant is ideal for the middle to background of the bank planting or for moist border beds next to the pond.
The recommended planting depth of 0 to –15 cm makes Valeriana officinalis flexible in use: place it in moist bank soil or in very shallow areas, depending on pond layout. Especially if the water level fluctuates, it is advisable to place the plant so that it permanently receives enough moisture without being “too deep”.
The 9-cm pot is ideal if you wish to plant several plants, to achieve a natural, full covering more quickly.
Thanks to zone 1–2, valerian is suitable for perennial pond installations in many regions and is a good choice if you want to design the pond edge in a natural, low-maintenance way and with noticeable structure.
Shipping note: We make every effort to ensure that our plants arrive healthy and undamaged. Despite the greatest care, it may occur that plants are slightly damaged by postal transit or other unforeseen events. This includes brown leaves as well as bent branches. We accept no liability for this. Do not plant in open bodies of water such as lakes or biotopes.
Zoo-Roco tip:
If you want a natural bank look, do not plant valerian individually, but in small groups (e.g. 3 pieces) slightly staggered behind lower marginal plants. This way, the pond edge appears deeper and more “grown”, and the taller stems are more stable in the overall picture.