Symphytum officinale - P9

Description
The Common comfrey (Symphytum officinale) is an upright perennial that produces purple-red flowers from June to August. Its lanceolate leaves are dark green. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1 m and grows to a width of approx. 60 cm. The Common comfrey is well tolerant of frost.

Leaves
The leaves of the Common comfrey are dark green, lanceolate.

Spread
Europe.

Frost hardiness
The Common comfrey has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
Symphytum officinale forms purple flowers from June.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Medicine, small/front garden