The various varieties are good for ground covers, for edgings, for border flowers, and for use in retaining wall plantings in sunny areas. None are good cut flowers. Height and spread varies greatly according to varieties. Varieties vary greatly in height. Some are only 2-feet tall, others reach 5 feet in height.
Flowers are always very fragrant.
Blooms in June with flower colors varying from white through pinks to a deep purplish blue. A good border flower for sunny areas. Often grown only for the fragrant flowers. A good cut flower. Valeriana officinalis Heliotrope, Valerian, Garden heliotrope 2' x 1.5' Medium-textured, green foliage.