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Symphytum grandiflorum ‘Hidcote Blue’
Comfrey 'Hidcote Blue'
£11.99
3 Litre Pot
This low-growing, herbaceous perennial is prized as an impenetrable ground cover that thrives in the shadiest areas. Dense, textured leaves make a potent organic liquid fertiliser, beneficial to the garden. In spring, delight as arching stems slowly unfurl to show bright pink buds, which later transition to baby-blue blooms, extremely rich with nectar. This variety is a dream for wildlife-friendly planting schemes.
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Key Information
CategoryHerbaceousSunlightFull sun to full shadeSoilChalk, clay, loam or sandHardinessFully Hardy PerennialSuitable for containerYesType of gardencottage, small courtyard, modern, woodland, wildlifePest ResistantYesFlood ResistantYesShade TolerantYesNon-invasiveYesFlowering colourSky BlueTime to full size2-5 yearsEventual plant size
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Description
Description
Common Name
Comfrey ‘Hidcote Blue’
Size
3L
Genus
Symphytum are perennials with simple leaves and tube-shaped flowers. Ideal for beds and borders or groundcover.
Flowering Period
Spring
Full Height
0.5 metres
Full Spread
0.5 metres
Time to Full Height
2-5 years
Sunlight
Full sun
Aspect
South, West or East-facing
Soil
Chalk, clay, loam or sand
Moisture
Moist but well-drained
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Genus
Symphytum are perennials with simple leaves and tube-shaped flowers. Ideal for beds and borders or groundcover.
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Care Notes
On arrival, unpack your new garden additions, and, if needed, give a light watering. Your plants are containerised and established, so you can get planting, as long as the ground is not waterlogged or frozen (in these situations, keep your plants in a sheltered position while you wait). For the first year, keep an eye on moisture availability, while roots settle into their new home.
For herbaceous perennials, dig a hole, allowing 2 inches either side of the pot width. Try and ensure you plant your new arrival at the same level in the ground as it had been sitting at in its pot.
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