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Back to buying options3 Russian Comfrey Root Cuttings – Bocking 4 Cultivar, Freshly Harvested Live Plant
Grow a productive and versatile garden plant with Russian Comfrey (Symphytum × uplandicum), Bocking 4 cultivar. Known for its vigorous growth and abundant foliage, comfrey is a popular choice for organic gardeners looking to improve soil fertility and create natural garden mulch. Its nutrient-rich leaves can be used in compost, homemade liquid fertilizer, and as a mulch around established plants. These freshly harvested root cuttings are ready for planting when the soil can be worked.
You will receive:
✔️ 3 Russian Comfrey root cuttings ✔️ Bocking 4 cultivar ✔️ Freshly harvested cuttings ✔️ Ready for planting and propagation
🌼 Growing Information
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Botanical Name: Symphytum × uplandicum
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Common Name: Russian Comfrey
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Cultivar: Bocking 4
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Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
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Propagation: Root cuttings
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Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil: Fertile, well-draining soil
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Watering: Keep soil moist until established
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Growth Habit: Fast-growing with deep roots and abundant foliage
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Garden Uses: Compost activator, green mulch, liquid plant fertilizer, and companion planting
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Planting Depth: Approximately 2 inches deep
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Spacing: Allow plenty of room for mature plants
💡 Care Tip: Plant the root cuttings about 2 inches deep in prepared soil and keep them watered until established. Avoid harvesting leaves during the first growing season so the plants can develop strong roots. Wear gloves when handling mature foliage, and choose the planting location carefully because established comfrey can be difficult to remove.
