Product information "Valerian (9 cm) – Valeriana officinalis"
Valeriana officinalis – Valerian for pond edge & shoreline zone
Valeriana officinalis (valerian) is a stately, natural-looking perennial for moist areas around the garden pond. With a height of 60–100 cm, it adds structure to the shoreline 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. 9 cm
Plant specifications:
- You receive a robust shoreline perennial that naturally enhances the pond edge and brings height to the planting.
- Due to the long flowering period V–VIII, the shoreline zone remains attractive for months and looks well-maintained.
- Thanks to the planting depth of 0 to –15 cm, valerian can be flexibly placed in moist boundary areas and very shallow zones.
Technical data:
- Botanical name: Valeriana officinalis
- Common 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 choose at the garden pond a shoreline perennial that appears especially natural and gives the border planting noticeably more height and depth. Especially with ponds, a “flat” impression can quickly arise if only low plants are present in the border area. Valerian creates a beautiful contrast here: it grows upright, adds volume to the shoreline zone and can be excellently combined with lower pond edge plants, which in the foreground gently soften the transition to the water.
The flowering period from May to August (V–VIII) ensures that the pond edge looks lively for much of the season. As there is no information on flower colour, this point remains neutral – in the garden image, however, the overall effect of height, structure and flowering period is often the main focus with valerian. With a growth height of approx. 60 to 100 cm, the plant is ideal for the middle to background of the shoreline planting or for moist border beds next to the pond.
The recommended planting depth of 0 to –15 cm makes Valeriana officinalis versatile: Plant it in moist shoreline soil or in very shallow areas, depending on pond structure. Especially with fluctuating water levels, it is advisable to place the plant so that it always gets enough moisture without “standing too deep”.
The 9 cm pot is ideal if you want to plant several specimens, to achieve a natural, expansive appearance more quickly.
Thanks to zone 1–2, valerian is suitable for perennial pond setups in many regions and is a good choice if you want to design the pond edge to be natural, easy to care for, and with distinct structure.
Note on shipping: We make every effort to ensure that our plants arrive healthy and undamaged. Despite the greatest care, it may happen that plants are slightly damaged by postal delivery or other unforeseen events. This includes brown leaves as well as bent stems. We assume no liability for this. Do not plant in open waters such as lakes or biotopes.
Zoo-Roco tip:
If you want a natural shoreline look, do not plant valerian individually, but in small groups (e.g. 3 plants) slightly staggered behind lower border plants. This makes the pond edge appear deeper and more “seasoned”, and the taller stems stand more stably in the overall impression.