Comfrey Russian Bocking 14
Symphytum uplandicum
$10.00
Comfrey Russian Bocking 14
Symphytum uplandicum
Perennial in the borage family, Boraginaceae
Prized for its multi-tool facets in the garden and farm.
Roots and leaves are harvested throughout the growing season. Here in North Texas, comfrey will leaf out after frosts and die back in direct sun. Higher yields when planted to protect from Texas sun. Thi cultivar is sterile and is propagated by root division. It will not produce seed.
Grows: Full size, large plant in 8-10 weeks. Optimal growth is dappled shade.
Comfrey will tolerate poor soil
Plant size will be 12” - 18” inches
Why you want this plant;
Plant fertilizer as a dynamic accumulator you can chop and drop where you want.
Orchard and Permaculture darling it is a great support plant with built-in fertilizer potential
Well documented medicinal uses for centuries, traditionally used externally for its wound-healing effects. Called knit bone ,boneset.
Fantastic soil and compost enhancer , Use in compost teas and FPJ (Fermented Plant Juice)
Animal Feed. At 26% protein this feed supports animals health and can reduce your feed bill