California Valerian
Valeriana sitchensis
Family: Caprifoliaceae
California Valerian grows in partial shade and prefers moist cool soil. Water needs: Moderate.
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How to Grow California Valerian
California Valerian growing information includes sunlight requirements of Partial shade, soil conditions listed as Moist cool soil with a soil pH of 5.0-7.0, and Moderate water needs. The listed hardiness zones are 4-8. For propagation reference, the database lists germination or establishment information for California Valerian as 14-30 days after stratification, with planting or establishment depth listed as Surface sow. Days to maturity are listed as 120-180 days.
Plant Overview
California Valerian (Valeriana sitchensis) is listed in the Caprifoliaceae family and categorized as a herb with a perennial life cycle. This profile summarizes growing information for hardiness, light, soil, water, seed starting, maturity, and other available cultivation details. Difficulty is listed as Moderate.
- Plant ID
- PLT-2508
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
- Plant type
- Herb
- Life cycle
- Perennial
- Difficulty
- Moderate
Growing Conditions
California Valerian is listed for partial shade conditions. Water needs are listed as moderate. The database soil reference is Moist cool soil. The listed soil pH range is 5.0-7.0, and the listed hardiness range is 4-8.
- Hardiness zones
- 4-8
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil
- Moist cool soil
- Soil pH
- 5.0-7.0
- Water needs
- Moderate
Seed & Germination
For seed starting, the listed germination time is 14-30 days after stratification and the seed depth is Surface sow. The listed time to maturity is 120-180 days. Use these values as general reference points and adjust for local climate, seed source, and growing conditions.
- Germination
- 14-30 days after stratification
- Seed depth
- Surface sow
Harvest & Propagation
- Days to maturity
- 120-180 days
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Growing Reference Note
Plant performance can vary with climate, soil, weather, cultivar, seed quality, and gardening methods. The values on this page are general database reference ranges rather than a substitute for local extension guidance or seed-packet instructions.