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Beginner
skill rating |
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0.3m
max. spread |
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0.3m
max. height |
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2-5 years
to maturity |
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1 hour care
per year |
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This plant
is toxic! |
Botanical name: Symphytum 'Rubrum'
Other names: Red ornamental comfrey
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Genus: Symphytum
Variety or cultivar: 'Rubrum' _ 'Rubrum' is a compact, herbaceous perennial with downy, green leaves and nodding heads of bright wine-red flowers in early summer.
Symphytum 'Rubrum' is: Deciduous
Flower: Wine, Bright-red in Summer
Foliage: Mid-green in Spring; Mid-green in Summer
Habit: Branching, Clump-forming, Erect
Toxicity: If ingested, severe discomfort may result.
Symphytum 'Rubrum' (Red ornamental comfrey) will reach a height of 0.3m and a spread of 0.3m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, Cottage/Informal, Low Maintenance, Wildlife
Cultivation: Grow in sun or partial shade in moist, moderately fertile soil. Careful siting of this plant is advisable, as it can be invasive.
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Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |
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Moist but well-drained, Well-drained |
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Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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| Aspect: |
South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Exposed, Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4) |
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