True Comfrey – 20 Seeds

$6.49 $12.99

Grow one of the most useful and historic plants in the world of permaculture with our True Comfrey seeds. This robust heirloom perennial is a powerhouse in the organic garden, prized for its role as a "dynamic accumulator." Its deep taproot draws minerals from the subsoil, and its nutrient-rich leaves are perfect for creating compost tea, liquid fertilizer, or simply used as a chop-and-drop mulch. The plant forms a large, lush clump of hairy leaves and produces charming, bell-shaped purple flowers that are a favorite of bees.

⭐ What you'll love

  • A powerhouse plant for organic gardening, used to make compost tea and liquid fertilizer.
  • Produces large, lush leaves that can be harvested multiple times per season.
  • The charming, bell-shaped purple flowers are a magnet for bumblebees.
  • A historic medicinal herb with a rich history in traditional folk practices.

🌿 Seed details

  • Plant Name: True Comfrey (Symphytum officinale)
  • Seed Quantity: Approx. 20 seeds
  • Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
  • Lifecycle: Perennial
  • Height: 2-4 feet
  • Days to Maturity: 90-120 days for first leaf harvest
  • USDA Zone: 4-9
  • Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

  • Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in the fall for a natural cold period.
  • Stratification: For spring planting, a 30-day period of cold, moist stratification in the refrigerator is recommended.
  • Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
  • Spacing: Space or thin plants to 24-36 inches apart.
  • Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade.
  • Soil: Prefers rich, moist, well-draining soil but is very adaptable.

✅ Our seed packets

  • Professionally designed and made.
  • Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
  • Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
  • Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
  • Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
  • Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!

🚚 Shipping

  • FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.
  • Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
  • Tracking is included with every order.

Customer Reviews

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Etsy customer

Can't review yet. Won't plant until November. Silly to even ask me for a review at this point.

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Etsy customer

Have yet to plant but I believe they will grow very well. I have two Comfrey plants that are growing nicely from an earlier seller. Just wanted to try from seeds to share with family. Thanks so much!

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Etsy customer

Arrived on time and are exceptional quality!

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Etsy customer

Item arrived as expected, I will update next year when I plant them.

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Etsy customer

Beautiful packaging and came with instructions for planting that will definitely come in handy.