Tuberous Comfrey. A creeping tuberous perennial with dark green leaves. Upright hairy stems bear clusters of pale yellow flowers in early summer. Max Height 45cm to 60cm. Max Spread 1m. Flowers May to June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Harmful if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Symphytum tuberosum
A creeping tuberous perennial with dark green leaves. Upright hairy stems bear clusters of pale yellow flowers in early summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Symphytum |
|---|---|
| Species | tuberosum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Tuberous Comfrey |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 45cm, 60cm |
| Family | Boraginaceae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Creeping |
| 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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