Valerian

1.50


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Valerian (Valeriana Officinalis) is a vigorous and perennial herbaceous plant of the Valerianaceae family. The term Valerian derives from the Latin and means "to be worth, to enjoy good health", in fact the use of this plant dates back to the times of the Greeks and the Latins, and still today, it is cultivated in many countries of the world for medicinal purposes, it is called also the "Natural Garden Calming". It grows spontaneously in humid and shady places, from the sea to the mountains, in central-northern Europe and northern Asia. It is also cultivated in European countries and in Japan.

 

The flowering Valerian gives off a pleasant scent, which is particularly attractive for felines; from this characteristic derives the popular name of "cat grass". Valerian extracts and oil are used as flavorings in foods and beverages. Valerian is commonly used as a sedative in discomfort and sleep disorders, but also in states of agitation. For this purpose, it is often combined with hops, lemon balm or other herbs that promote sleepiness. A further medical application of valerian is in psychosomatic conditions related to anxiety and psychological stress.

 

Valerian is a very cold-resistant aromatic herb: it can be sown until the end of November and then enjoyed in March at harvest time. It is in fact a plant that does not tolerate too hot temperatures and periods of drought. It is capable of growing even at a temperature of 15-20 degrees and is well suited to cultivation on the balcony: in case of excessive cold it will be sufficient to cover the seedlings with a cloth to ensure that they do not get damaged. Usually, the sowing of Valerian takes place in the autumn, broadcast or in rows about 15-20 cm apart. If you decide to grow them in pots, you can plant about ten seeds at a distance of about 5 cm from each other: as soon as the seedlings reach a height of 5 cm, they can be thinned out, keeping only the best ones. The cultivation of Valerian does not require much effort and, if done correctly, allows you to obtain a prolonged harvest: do not collect the whole plant, in fact it is enough to cut the leaves at the base so that it can develop others. The first leaves can be harvested about two to three months after sowing. It is important to ensure that the soil in which it is grown is well drained until the seedlings appear. Afterwards it is sufficient not to neglect irrigation, but to manage it sparingly.

 

The sachet contains +100 Seeds which will be more than enough to obtain many Valerian plants!

 

Valerian - Valeriana Officinalis

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