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When to Plant Valerian in Canton, Georgia (30114)

Location

Canton, Georgia

ZIP Code

30114

USDA Zone

8a

Last Frost

Friday, March 20, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Start Seeds Indoors Friday, January 23, 2026
Transplant Outdoors Friday, April 3, 2026

Pro Tip: Start Valerian seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Friday, April 3, 2026.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Valeriana officinalis
Days to Maturity 365 days
Mature Height 36-60"
Spread 24"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Regular (1-2 inches/week)

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Spacing

24" apart

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Planting Depth

0.125" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 14-21 days

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Growing Valerian in Zone 8a

Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is a popular garden vegetable. In Canton, Georgia, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a, you should start seeds indoors around Friday, January 23, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, March 20, 2026. Plan to transplant your Valerian seedlings outdoors around Friday, April 3, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.