Comfrey Herb 12cm

(Symphytum officinale)

Please note that this plant will be in the process of dying back for winter, but will reshoot in the spring.

Height/spread: 1m (3ft)

Flowers: Purple, sometimes also in shades of pink and white

Sun/shade: Will grow in sun or partial shade

Soil: Prefers a moist soil but will tolerate most types 

Maintenance: Deadhead regularly and keep soil moist in summer. Dies back in the winter.

Harvesting: Cut leaves regularly in early summer through to autumn. Can be cut 3 to 4 times a year if well fed and watered.

Cooking/garden uses: Comfrey makes excellent liquid manure feed. It is also an excellent composting plant that helps to breakdown other materials when added to the heap.

Please Note: This perennial herb dies back during the winter months to re shoot in the spring. During this dormant period there is little top growth visible. 

‘Please note this plant is herbaceous. It will die back in the winter months to reshoot in the spring’