comfrey 'Goldsmith'

How to Grow and Care for comfrey 'Goldsmith'

comfrey 'Goldsmith' · Symphytum 'Goldsmith'

Grow in moderately fertile, moist soil in sun or partial shade. Be aware the plant has the potential to become a nuisance, so will require appropriate management

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeHarmful if eaten repeatedly. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing comfrey 'Goldsmith'

comfrey 'Goldsmith'
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
ToxicityHarmful if eaten repeatedly. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in moderately fertile, moist soil in sun or partial shade. Be aware the plant has the potential to become a nuisance, so will require appropriate management

How to Water comfrey 'Goldsmith'?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for comfrey 'Goldsmith'?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for comfrey 'Goldsmith'?

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What Soil Is Best for comfrey 'Goldsmith'?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for comfrey 'Goldsmith'?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize comfrey 'Goldsmith'?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune comfrey 'Goldsmith'?

Cut back after flowering to encourage neat, young foliage

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How to Propagate comfrey 'Goldsmith'?

Propagate by division of fleshy roots in spring or from root cuttings in early winter

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How to Transplant comfrey 'Goldsmith'?

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How to Care for comfrey 'Goldsmith' in Winter?

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How to Plant comfrey 'Goldsmith'?

Grow in moderately fertile, moist soil in sun or partial shade. Be aware the plant has the potential to become a nuisance, so will require appropriate management

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How to Repot comfrey 'Goldsmith'?

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How to Harvest comfrey 'Goldsmith'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of comfrey 'Goldsmith'

Harmful if eaten repeatedly. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of comfrey 'Goldsmith'

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitClump forming
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Scientific Classification

Species
Symphytum 'Goldsmith'
Genus
Symphytum
Family
Boraginaceae
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