Common Comfrey. A clump-forming perennial with dark green leaves. Clusters of purple-violet, pink or creamy yellow flowers from late spring to summer. Max Height 1.5m. Max Spread 2m. Flowers May to July. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Harmful if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Symphytum officinale
A clump-forming perennial with dark green leaves. Clusters of purple-violet, pink or creamy yellow flowers from late spring to summer.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Symphytum |
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Species | officinale |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Common Comfrey |
Flower Colour | violet, purple, pink, yellow |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 1.5m |
Family | Boraginaceae |
Spread | 2m |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, July |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | Harmful if eaten |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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