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Comfrey (Symphytum officinale)

🪴 Ship Size: 1 Gallon Pot

Plant Description:

🌱 Add a touch of herbal charm to your garden with Comfrey (Symphytum officinale), delivered in a 1-gallon pot. This herbaceous perennial boasts hairy, lance-shaped leaves and produces clusters of small, bell-shaped flowers in shades of white, pink, or purple, adding both beauty and utility to your outdoor space.

Key Information:

🌞 Light: Flourishes in full sun to partial shade, adaptable to various light conditions.

💧 Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during periods of active growth.

📏 Mature Size: Grows to a height of 2-3 feet, forming a clumping habit.

🌼 Flower Power: Comfrey blooms with delicate bell-shaped flowers in spring to early summer, attracting bees and other pollinators to your garden.

🌍 Growing Zones: Suited for zones 4-9; Tolerant of a wide range of climates.

Leaf Profile:

The leaves of Comfrey are broad and hairy, prized for their high nutrient content and traditional medicinal uses.

Culinary Uses & Applications:

🌿 Harvest young leaves to use as a nutrient-rich addition to compost or garden mulch.

🌱 Brew comfrey leaf tea as a natural fertilizer or foliar spray to promote plant growth and health.

Medicinal Uses & Applications:

Comfrey leaves and roots contain compounds known for their anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties. Use externally as a poultice or salve to soothe minor cuts, bruises, and sprains.

🌱 Growth Habits:

Symphytum officinale features a vigorous growth habit and can spread rapidly if not contained. Consider planting in a container or designated area to prevent unwanted spread.

🌿 Care:

Plant in well-draining soil and provide regular water to keep the soil consistently moist. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and suppresses weed growth. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.

🌼 Flowering Benefits:

The charming bell-shaped flowers of Comfrey not only add ornamental beauty but also attract beneficial pollinators to the garden.

🌍 Origin Stories and Historical Uses:

Native to Europe and Asia, Comfrey has a long history of use in traditional medicine and herbalism. It has been valued for its healing properties and nutritional benefits.

⛔ Root Damage Potential:

Comfrey has deep, invasive roots that can penetrate soil deeply. Plant with caution in areas where root spread may cause issues.

⚠️ Safety Concerns:

Internal use of Comfrey is not recommended due to potential liver toxicity. Exercise caution when using externally, especially on open wounds. Consult with a healthcare professional before using medicinally.