Symphytum grandiflorum 'Goldsmith'

Comfrey, Ground Cover Comfrey

Family: Boraginaceae Borage


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 3A - 9A
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color White, yellow
Bloom time Mid Spring to Early Summer
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, container, ground cover, specimen, woodland garden
Height 12" to 15" / 30cm to 40cm
Spread 15" to 18" / 40cm to 45cm
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Broadleaf
Leaf color Green, purple, variegated
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Loamy
Form Irregular or sprawling, spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage, fragrant foliage, naturalizing