Comfrey (True Comfrey)
Reference:
Symphytum officinalis
Brand:
6 Reviews
A hardy perennial growing between 36 and 60 inches high and easy to grow from seed. Comfrey will put nutrients into the soil, mulch trees, and shrubs, prevent weeds, feed livestock, attract beneficial pollinators, and make quick compost tea.
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Symphytum officinalis
Data sheet
- Zones:
- Annual grow in all zones, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
- Growth Cycle:
- Perennial
- Light:
- Full Sun, Full Sun / Partial Shade, Partial Shade
- Water Needs:
- Low/Moderate, Moderate
- Soil Type:
- ALL Tolerant of most soils, Chalky Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Peaty Soil, Saline Soil, Sandy Soil, Silty Soil
- Color:
- Purple
- Growth Rate:
- Moderate/Fast, Moderate
- Height:
- e: Up to 1.5 Feet, f: Up to 2 Feet
- Edible:
- No
- Special Features:
- Butterfiles and Pollinators, Composting, Container Growing, Drying and Crafts, Fodder/Wildlife/Shelter, Medicinal Value, Soil Improvement
- Warnings:
- Can be Invasive
- Evergreen
- No
- Growing Instructions:
- Sow in spring or fall. Soak seeds in water in fridge for 48 hours or more, then sow seeds on top of warm potting soil at 68-75F and tamp down firmly. Keep moist and in gentle and warm light. Germination 10-30 days.
Specific References
- UPC
- 810071360510
- MPN
- CSTCSO50X
