Comfrey
Symphytum officinale
A robust, bee-friendly perennial with healing history and striking bell-shaped blooms.
- Plant Type
- Perennials & Annuals
- Width
- 1-2.5 Ft.
- Height
- 1-3 Ft.
- USDA hardiness zone
- 4 - 8
- Sun requirements
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Design image count
- 4
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Symphytum officinale, commonly known as comfrey, is a vigorous, clumping herbaceous perennial that reaches up to three feet in height. It features large, lance-shaped, hairy leaves and clusters of tubular, bell-like flowers in shades of white, pink, or purple. Thriving in full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils, it is remarkably hardy and drought-tolerant. Historically prized for its medicinal properties, it is now often used as a nutrient-rich compost activator or ornamental.