Comfrey

Comfrey

1 packet (30 seeds) @ $2.55

Catalog Code: 214

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Comfrey

Hardy Perennial

  • Days to Harvest: Summer &l Autumn
  • Position: Sun or part shade
  • Height: 48 inches

Description

The leaves, which can be harvested several times a season, are used as a compost activator helping the breakdown of other compost materials. Also used as a mulch, or is superb used as a liquid manure on tomato and potatoes plants. Grows in any soil, preferably moist, in sun or part shade. Height to 120cm (4ft).

Sowing Instructions

Sowing time:March to June in a seedbed or in pots indoors.
Sowing depth:Sow thinly, 12mm (½in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart.

Can also be sown in pots or trays under glass and transplanted.

Growing Instructions

Transplant when large enough to handle to 60cm (2ft) apart between plants.

Aftercare Instructions

Keep well-watered until established. Cut leaves regularly throughout the summer and autumn.