Is Mountain Valerian safe for pets?

Yes, Mountain Valerian (Valeriana Montana) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Mountain Valerian easy to care for?

Mountain Valerian has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Mountain Valerian grow indoors?

Mountain Valerian is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Mountain Valerian (Valeriana Montana) is a perennial herb in the Valerianaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Valeriana montana is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its tight carpets in alpine meadows and pinkish to white flowers.

Last updated: February 2026

Mountain Valerian

Valeriana Montana

Valeriana montana is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its tight carpets in alpine meadows and pinkish to white flowers.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

4-7

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, loamy, sandy

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mountain Valerian

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Valerianaceae

Genus:Valeriana