Russian Comfrey Bocking #4 Live Root Crowns | 2.5 Pounds | Organically Grown | Sterile Perennial | Ready to Plant

Establish a productive garden or homestead with 2.5 pounds of live Russian Comfrey 'Bocking #4' root crowns. This sterile, non-invasive variety is highly valued for producing abundant nutrient-rich foliage used for compost, mulch, compost tea, green manure, and pollinator gardens. Bocking #4 is also popular among homesteaders for its vigorous growth, excellent drought tolerance, and deep root system. Each healthy crown includes at least one growing point and can be divided into multiple starts if desired.

You will receive:
✔️ Approximately 2.5 pounds of live Russian Comfrey 'Bocking #4' root crowns
✔️ Healthy crowns with at least one growth point each
✔️ Organically grown planting stock
✔️ Shipped bare root (no pot)
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Russian Comfrey
Botanical Name: Symphytum × uplandicum 'Bocking #4'
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Growth Stage: Root crowns
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Rich, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate during establishment; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 3–5 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 4–9
Container Friendly: Yes (large containers recommended)

💡 Care Tip: Plant your comfrey crowns as soon as possible after arrival in fertile, well-draining soil. Water regularly during the first few weeks to encourage root establishment. Once mature, harvest leaves several times each season for composting, mulch, or other garden uses without removing the entire plant.