Perennial shrub provides long-lasting groundcover and weed suppression
Versatile foliage can be used as mulch, compost activator, or animal fodder
Attracts pollinators with edible flowers, supporting garden biodiversity
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True or Common Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) is a hardy perennial shrub native to Europe and Asia and is highly valued for permaculture/subsistence gardens.
Comfrey has an aggressive, deep taproot, and is considered a valuable nutrient cycler. Comfrey deep roots mine nutrients from the subsoil, primarily accumulating potassium, but also
Plant Type
Perennial shrub
Species
Symphytum officinale
Flower Color
Purple
Foliage Color
Green
Days to Foliage
Approximately 90 days after transplanting
Suitable Space
Outdoors
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I've been looking this year in seed catalogs, online, and nurseries for comfrey seeds and/or plants, and wondering why none seem to be available. So I was happy to see that Plant Good Seed was carrying comfrey! I'm waiting till January to start plants. Thank you.