Symphytum azureum

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Vigorous, spreading, hairy perennial about 40-60cm tall, with pale to mid-green leaves up to 25cm long. One-sided sprays of hanging, tubular bright blue flowers appear in late spring and early summer

Scientific classification

Species: Symphytum azureum (Symphytum azureum)
Genus: Symphytum
Family: Boraginaceae

Harmful if eaten repeatedly. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type: 0.5-1 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of Symphytum azureum

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Culture

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Toxicity

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

Quick identification of Symphytum azureum

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Symphytum azureum care guide

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

Pruning

Can be cut back after flowering to encourage neat, young foliage

Propagation

Propagate by division of fleshy roots in spring. Propagate by root cuttings in early winter. Propagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame in autumn or spring

Growing

Grow in moderately fertile, moist soil in sun or partial shade. Be aware the plant growth can be vigorous once established and has the potential to become a nuisance, so may require appropriate management

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