Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter, especially if grown in cooler conditions.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Also known as Narrow-Leaved Red Valerian
Narrow-leaved Valerian (Centranthus angustifolius) is a charming perennial with fragrant clusters of pink to red flowers, ideal for rock gardens and dry, sunny borders.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; reduce in winter.
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures (18-24°C); can tolerate cooler conditions.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter, especially if grown in cooler conditions.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
Deadhead spent flower stalks to encourage repeat blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Cut back established plants in late autumn or early spring to remove dead or damaged growth and promote vigorous new shoots.
Propagate from seed sown in autumn or early spring, or by taking basal cuttings in late spring. Division of established clumps is also an effective method, best done in early spring or autumn.
Repot young plants annually in spring to provide fresh soil and more space for root growth. Mature plants are less fussy and can be repotted every 2-3 years, or when root-bound, using a well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Narrow-Leaved Valerian (Centranthus angustifolius)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Dipsacales |
| Family | Caprifoliaceae |
| Genus | Centranthus |
| Species | Centranthus angustifolius |
Similar in genus Centranthus
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
