{"product_id":"valerian","title":"Valerian Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eA tall and elegant perennial, known for its delicate clusters of white flowers and its ancient use in herbal medicine. The root of this plant is renowned for its soothing properties and is commonly used in herbal teas, tinctures, and extracts, traditionally associated with sleep and anxiety reduction. Valerian grows vigorously and easily in garden beds or herb borders, reaching up to 1.5 meters in height under good conditions. Its flowers attract bees and butterflies, and its roots often pique the interest of cats, much like catnip!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"667\"\u003eWhere to Grow Valerian?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"667\" data-end=\"670\"\u003eValerian thrives in zones 4 to 9 and prefers full sun as well as well-drained soil. Although it tolerates various conditions, it grows best in fertile, slightly moist soils. It is suitable for both ornamental and medicinal gardens and makes an excellent companion plant, attracting pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1452\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eHistory and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eUsed since ancient Greece and Rome, valerian was known to promote rest and calm agitation. In the Middle Ages, it was also used to treat nervous disorders and certain forms of hysteria. In modern herbal medicine, valerian root is still widely used as a natural sleep aid, often included in relaxing herbal tea blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1454\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003eZones 8–9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow in spring or fall; plant overwinters easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003eZones 5–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors in early spring or sow outdoors after frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003eZones 3–4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors then transplant after all risk of frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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=\"1779\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Valerian\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"2271\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds on the surface or lightly covered with soil; they need light to germinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1950\" data-end=\"1964\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil consistently moist during establishment, then water as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2156\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2067\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roots can be harvested in the second or third year, after flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2271\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove spent flowers to limit self-seeding, unless naturalization is desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2314\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2314\"\u003eTips for Seed Harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2686\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2331\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow some flowers to go to seed; harvest when heads are dry and brown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2536\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2443\"\u003eDrying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry seed heads in a warm, dry place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2537\" data-end=\"2686\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2539\" data-end=\"2556\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean the seeds and store them in a cool, dry, dark place in paper envelopes or glass jars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2688\" data-end=\"2777\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2688\" data-end=\"2715\"\u003eCertified Organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2718\"\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Certificate No. 1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644646121840,"sku":"MF-HERB-028","price":29.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/Valerian.jpg?v=1776549598","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-cn\/products\/valerian","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}