Symphytum officinale - A vigorous, deep-rooted herb prized for soil improvement and traditional remedies. Used as fertiliser teas, a compost booster, and in age‑old poultices, it thrives in full sun with rich soil and is very hardy. Excellent planted near fruit trees for efficient nutrient cycling, it’s a strong-growing ally for natural garden care. Comfrey has been valued since ancient Greece both for its healing uses and as a potent organic fertiliser.
Key Uses: Fertiliser teas, compost booster, traditional poultices.
Growing conditions: Full sun, rich soil, deep roots, very hardy.
Companion notes: Excellent near fruit trees for nutrient cycling.
Symphytum officinale - A vigorous, deep-rooted herb prized for soil improvement and traditional remedies. Used as fertiliser teas, a compost booster, and in age‑old poultices, it thrives in full sun with rich soil and is very hardy. Excellent planted near fruit trees for efficient nutrient cycling, it’s a strong-growing ally for natural garden care. Comfrey has been valued since ancient Greece both for its healing uses and as a potent organic fertiliser.
Key Uses: Fertiliser teas, compost booster, traditional poultices.
Growing conditions: Full sun, rich soil, deep roots, very hardy.
Companion notes: Excellent near fruit trees for nutrient cycling.
