{"product_id":"valerian","title":"Valerian","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"1012\" class=\"\"\u003eA tall, graceful perennial known for its delicate clusters of white blooms and its centuries-old use in herbal medicine. The root of this plant is said to be useful for its calming properties and is commonly used in teas, tinctures and extracts that are said to assist with sleep and reduce anxiety. Valerian grows vigorously and easily in garden beds or herb borders, reaching heights of up to 1.5 metres in the right conditions. Bees and butterflies love the flowers, and cats often show great interest in the roots—much like catnip!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1328\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1046\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Valerian?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003eValerian thrives in Zones 4–9 and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. While it tolerates a range of conditions, it does best in moist, fertile garden beds and can be grown in both ornamental and medicinal gardens. A great companion plant and natural attractor of pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1671\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eUsed since ancient Greece and Rome, valerian was told to be a go-to remedy for restlessness and insomnia. During the Middle Ages, it was also used to treat nervous conditions and hysteria. In modern herbalism, valerian root is popular in its use as a natural sleep aid, often included in calming blends and teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1952\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eZones 8–9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct seed in spring or autumn; plants overwinter easily.\u003cbr data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003eZones 5–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors in early spring or sow outdoors once frost danger has passed.\u003cbr data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1888\"\u003eZones 3–4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors and transplant after last frost for best success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1952\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2331\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Valerian\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds on the surface or just beneath soil; requires light for germination.\u003cbr data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2088\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep evenly moist during establishment, then water as needed.\u003cbr data-start=\"2163\" data-end=\"2166\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2181\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roots can be harvested in the second or third year, after flowering.\u003cbr data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2253\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deadhead flowers to prevent self-seeding unless naturalising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2634\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2371\"\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2371\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003eCollect Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow some flowers to go to seed; harvest when dry and brown.\u003cbr data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2476\"\u003eDry Thoroughly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spread seed heads in a warm, dry area out of direct sunlight.\u003cbr data-start=\"2538\" data-end=\"2541\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2541\" data-end=\"2551\"\u003eStore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean seeds and store in a cool, dry, dark place in paper envelopes or glass jars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2715\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2660\"\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2663\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2663\" data-end=\"2715\"\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52198402326825,"sku":"MF-HERB-028","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/6225\/6681\/files\/Valerian-1-scaled_6cc416d4-2c82-4d8a-a202-f707910b3321.jpg?v=1764456956","url":"https:\/\/konnichiwa.ca\/products\/valerian","provider":"こんにちはマート | KON NICHIWA MART","version":"1.0","type":"link"}