Symphytum 'Rubrum' (Red ornamental comfrey)
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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.
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Pests: Generally pest free
Diseases: Generally disease free
General care
Pruning: Cutting back after flowering will encourage new foliage to develop.. REGISTER to read more...
Propagation methods: Division, Root cuttings, Seed. REGISTER to read more...
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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.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |  |
| Soil drainage: | Moist but well-drained, Well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral | |
| Light: | Partial Shade, Full Sun | |
| Aspect: | South, East, West | |
| Exposure: | Exposed, Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | |
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