Comfrey. A spreading perennial with mid-green leaves. Clusters of pale blue flowers opening from red buds from mid to late spring. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Harmful if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Symphytum ‘Hidcote Blue’
A spreading perennial with mid-green leaves. Clusters of pale blue flowers opening from red buds from mid to late spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Symphytum |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Hidcote Blue' |
| Common Name | Comfrey |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| 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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