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herbaceous layer
valerian
valeriana officinalis
an old biodynamic ally — its flowers feed hoverflies, its root is the herbalist's sedative, and its phosphorus-rich leaves sharpen any compost heap they land on.
functions
medicinalinsectarydynamic accumulator
light
part shade
moisture
moist
soil
damp meadow ground
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grower's notes
memberspropagation, guild role, and deeper ecology for valerian — the members' view.
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relationships — grows well with
see valerian on the relationship map →the takeaway
start a guild around valerian
plant these together and the relationships on this page start working for you — feeders, protectors, and cover, layer by layer.
- herbaceous
- valerian — the anchor
- herbaceous
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