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Herbaceous PerennialSynonym

Symphytum ibericum 'Jubilee'

comfrey 'Goldsmith'

Clump-forming, spreading perennial about 30cm tall, with coarse, hairy, dark green leaves to 25cm long, marked with gold and cream. Short tubular flowers of pale blue, cream or pink are borne in spring

Synonyms
Symphytum ibericum 'Jubilee'
Symphytum grandiflorum 'Goldsmith'
see moreSymphytum ibericum 'Variegatum'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Cream Blue Pink Green Cream Gold
Summer Green Cream Gold
Autumn Green Cream Gold
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Boraginaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Clump forming
Potentially harmful
Harmful if eaten repeatedly. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling Pets (rabbits, rodents): Harmful if eaten repeatedly - for further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Genus

Symphytum are rhizomatous herbaceous perennials, sometimes invasive, with large leaves and nodding clusters of tubular flowers

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moderately fertile, moist soil in sun or partial shade. Be aware the plant has the potential to become a nuisance, so will require appropriate management

Propagation

Propagate by division of fleshy roots in spring or from root cuttings in early winter

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Banks and slopes
  • Ground cover
Pruning

Cut back after flowering to encourage neat, young foliage

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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