Comfrey typically starts flowering in May.
comfrey
Symphytum uplandicum 'Axminster Gold'
Comfrey, or Symphytum uplandicum 'Axminster Gold', is an ornamental perennial flowering plant. The dark green, glossy leaves are deeply veined with a golden hue. Its golden-yellow flowers bloom in mid to late summer, attracting bees and other pollinators. The plant tolerates full sun and prefers well-draining, moist soils. Comfrey is easily propagated by root cuttings and can be harvested frequently throughout the summer for use in teas, ointments, balms and salves. The plant's flowers, stems and leaves are a source of medicinal value, commonly used to treat a variety of ailments from bruises to digestive issues.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation,Root Cutting
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 7
Flowers:
Mauve pink Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
gold,yellow
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Comfrey (Symphytum uplandicum 'Axminster Gold') should be watered when the soil surface appears dry. Depending on the season and environmental conditions, this could mean watering once a week or more often. If the weather has been dry and particularly hot, water plants every 4-7 days during the growing season. When watering, drench the soil and then allow it to dry out before watering again. During winter, when the plants are dormant, water less frequently, about every 10-14 days.
sunlight
Comfrey (Symphytum uplandicum 'Axminster Gold') is usually a full sun plant and does best in areas with 6-8 hours of sunlight daily. This plant prefers a sunny location, so when growing it outdoors, regions of higher elevation typically receive the best results. However, during extreme temperatures in the summer, it may be beneficial to provide your comfrey with some partial shade during the afternoon. Ample sunlight exposure is necessary for this plant to thrive and reach its full height and flowering potential.
pruning
Comfrey (Symphytum uplandicum 'Axminster Gold') should be pruned once a year in spring. It is best to prune comfrey back to 30 cm or 12 inches in early spring for healthy regeneration. This will reduce the speed of its growth and help to keep it from going too woody. Pruning also helps to keep the plant looking neat and attractive and will encourage new growth of fresh leaves. Always use sterilized pruning shears and prune away all dead, diseased, and weak branches and stems.
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Starts Flowering
