{"product_id":"valerian-seeds","title":"Valerian seeds","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValerian seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eValeriana officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePack: 50 seeds, 2g\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003eValeriana officinalis, or valerian, is a hardy perennial. Plants form upright clumps of green leaves that are divided. In summer, stems bear clusters of pale pink to white flowers. The blooms attract bees and other beneficial insects. Valerian suits cottage gardens, wildlife borders, and damp beds. Keep the soil consistently moist with good drainage. Stake plants in windy areas to keep stems straight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003eSOWING GUIDE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eThe best time is late winter to spring. Autumn sowing suits mild climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSeed prep, cold stratify 2 to 4 weeks in the fridge for even germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eDepth, surface sow or cover very lightly, 1 to 2 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eLight, bright light helps germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eTemperature: keep 15 to 20°C until germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eMoisture, keep evenly moist. Do not let the seedbed dry out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eGermination window, 14 to 28 days, slower if cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003ePrick out and transplant when the seedlings are easily handled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSpacing, 30 to 45 cm between plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSite, sun to part shade. Rich, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eCare, mulch to hold moisture. Cut back after flowering to tidy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal;\"\u003ePLANT DETAILS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eBotanical name: Valeriana officinalis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eCommon name: Valerian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eLife cycle, Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eHeight, 90 to 150 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSpread, 45 to 60 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003ePosition, Sun to part shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eSoil, Moist, fertile, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eWater, Regular, prefers consistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eFrost, Hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Happy Valley Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Pack: 50 seeds","offer_id":45854110122296,"sku":"H-B115","price":2.63,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2g","offer_id":45854110155064,"sku":"BW-H-B115_2g","price":7.91,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/5416\/2522\/products\/valerian-seeds-737722.jpg?v=1677238640","url":"https:\/\/www.happyvalleyseeds.com.au\/products\/valerian-seeds","provider":"Happy Valley Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}