PatternBaseComfrey
Symphytum officinale, Boraginaceae
Guild Roles
Growing Conditions
Sun
Water
Soil pH
6 – 7
Tolerances
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Comfrey's large leaves shade out lavender and its deep roots compete for nutrients
Elfin ThymeThymus praecoxComfrey's vigorous growth completely overwhelms small elfin thyme through shading and root competition
Greek OreganoOriganum vulgare subsp. hirtumComfrey's large leaves and deep roots overwhelm Greek oregano through shading and nutrient competition
Common ThymeThymus vulgarisLarge comfrey leaves create dense shade that suppresses small thyme plants, plus aggressive root competition
Creeping ThymeThymus serpyllumComfrey's vigorous growth overwhelms low-growing creeping thyme through shading and root competition
Uses
Functions
Edible Parts
Common Questions
What zones does Comfrey grow in?
Comfrey grows in USDA hardiness zones 3a through 9b.
What are good companion plants for Comfrey?
Good companions for Comfrey include European Plum, Kadota Fig, Black Mission Fig, Ruby Red Grapefruit, White Mulberry.
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