Comfrey. A upright then spreading perennial with mid-green leaves. Clusters of pale yellow flowers open from red tipped buds in late spring and early summer. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Harmful if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Symphytum ibericum
A upright then spreading perennial with mid-green leaves. Clusters of pale yellow flowers open from red tipped buds in late spring and early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Symphytum |
|---|---|
| Species | ibericum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Comfrey |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| 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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