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Comfrey
SKU
419RV9C
£7.99
Out of stock
THIS HERB is highly valued for its use in organic gardening and traditional medicine.
Category: Herbs
(Perennial)
A herbaceous perennial with large hairy leaves and lilac, bell shaped flowers that form clusters. The plants are extremely attractive to insects and can be cut back several times during the year to add to the compost heap where it supplies a whole host of nutrients. Soaking the leaves in water for a week or two will produce a natural liquid fertilizer which can be used to benefit tomatoes.
Planting
Plant in moist, well-drained soil, in sun or partial shade. Ideal for beds and larger containers, is very invasive.
Care
Keep well watered until established, and in dry weather. Protect from slugs and snails.
Height & Spread:
60 – 100cm × 50 – 70cm.
Harvesting
Harvest leaves by cutting them with scissors or fingertips. These can be used as a fertilizer to improve the nutrient quality of soil. Large tap roots help break up clay type soil.
A herbaceous perennial with large hairy leaves and lilac, bell shaped flowers that form clusters. The plants are extremely attractive to insects and can be cut back several times during the year to add to the compost heap where it supplies a whole host of nutrients. Soaking the leaves in water for a week or two will produce a natural liquid fertilizer which can be used to benefit tomatoes.
Planting
Plant in moist, well-drained soil, in sun or partial shade. Ideal for beds and larger containers, is very invasive.
Care
Keep well watered until established, and in dry weather. Protect from slugs and snails.
Height & Spread:
60 – 100cm × 50 – 70cm.
Harvesting
Harvest leaves by cutting them with scissors or fingertips. These can be used as a fertilizer to improve the nutrient quality of soil. Large tap roots help break up clay type soil.
| Product Name | Comfrey |
|---|---|
| Species | Comfrey |
| Variety | Symphytum officinale |
| Also Known As | Symphytum officinale |
| Planting Time | March - September |
| Harvest Time | When required |
| Bolting Resistance | Good |
| Hardyness | Good |
| Size | 3 x 10cm pot plants |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Pack Size | 3 x 10cm plug plants |