When should I plant Comfrey?

Move seedlings into the garden from 3 weeks before to 1 weeks after your last spring frost.

How far apart do I plant Comfrey?

Space Comfrey about 30″ apart. It grows best in part sun.

What grows well with Comfrey?

Good companions for Comfrey include Currant, Raspberry, Strawberry.

What zones does Comfrey grow in?

Comfrey is suited to USDA zones 3–9 and takes ~90 days (to first cut).

How to grow Comfrey (Symphytum officinale)

The permaculture powerhouse: deep taproots mine minerals from far below, and its leaves make a potent free fertilizer.

Quick tip

Plant root cuttings in a permanent spot - it's nearly impossible to move once established. Chop leaves several times a year for mulch or 'comfrey tea' fertilizer.

⛅ Part sun↔ 30″ apartZones 3–9⏳ ~90d

When to plant Comfrey

Transplant outMove seedlings into the garden from 3 weeks before to 1 weeks after your last spring frost.

At a glance

Botanical name

Symphytum officinale

Companion planting

Plant near

🌱 A deep-rooted accumulator - plant it at the drip line of berries and fruit and chop its leaves for a mineral-rich mulch.

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