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Caprifoliaceae
Garden Valerian
Centranthus ruber
Readiness and accommodation.
- Family
- Caprifoliaceae
- Genus
- Centranthus
- Native to
- Mediterranean region
- Bloom season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Type
- Perennial
- Height
- 60-90 cm
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil
- Well-draining, alkaline, poor
- Water
- Low
- Hardiness
- 5-8
- Lifespan
- Perennial
Did you know
- This plant thrives in the most inhospitable locations, often growing directly from old stone walls and cliffs.
- Despite its common name, it is not a true valerian and has no sedative properties.
- It is a major nectar source for butterflies and hummingbird hawk-moths in European gardens.
- The young leaves can be eaten in salads, and were commonly consumed in southern France and Italy.
- It can bloom continuously for 6 months or more in mild climates, rarely needing any care.
Color meanings
0
Readiness
1
Strength
2
Accommodation