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I planted two red valerian plants, also called Jupiter's beard, back in early June and paid very little attention to them. I should have cut down some sprawling branches and flower stems after the initial flowering to promote continuous blooming.
Every so often I thought of them and was always amazed to find a few clusters of flowers hidden above the pretty, fleshy, light green foliage among other flowering plants, as I did time after time.
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I found some this morning as well when I went out to do some pruning and brought them indoors.
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Jupiter's beard is not fussy, preferring full sun but will tolerate slight shade. It is drought-resistant and recommended to be used in perennial gardens to save water.
Jupiter's beard belongs in the family Valerianaceae and genus centranthus.
It has a long blooming period, from May to September and can be used as cut flowers. It also attracts bees and butterflies.
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Hey just curious.. I live in Utah now.. and I haven't seen any Jupiter's beard around.. Do you know why that would be?
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Hey I now live in Utah and I haven't seen any of theses gorgeous flowers around.. Any clue as to why not?
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Jupiter's beard has yet to gain a popularity. I don't see them around here either. I suppose if more people want to have them and ask their local nurseries to carry them, we might start a trend.
Mine is still producing beautiful blooms in November!
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