Pre-Sale - Available for pick up or delivery early July
Bocking 4 Comfrey is a powerhouse perennial plant valued for its incredible benefits in permaculture, soil enrichment, and sustainable gardening. This sterile, non-invasive variety is a nutrient accumulator, drawing essential minerals like nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus from deep within the soil. As a result, its lush foliage makes an excellent mulch, compost activator, or organic fertilizer through comfrey tea, feeding your plants naturally while improving soil health.
Thriving in a range of conditions, Bocking 4 Comfrey prefers moist, well-drained soil and flourishes in full sun to partial shade. Its deep roots help prevent soil erosion while aerating compacted ground, making it a valuable companion plant in food forests and regenerative gardens. Unlike common comfrey, Bocking 4 does not spread aggressively by seed, allowing gardeners to enjoy its benefits without worrying about unwanted growth.
Beyond its role in soil regeneration, comfrey is also appreciated for its medicinal history. Traditionally used in herbal remedies, its leaves contain allantoin, known for promoting plant and skin healing. Additionally, its beautiful, bell-shaped purple flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, boosting biodiversity and enhancing the garden ecosystem. Once established, Bocking 4 Comfrey is highly resilient, requiring little maintenance while offering continuous value year after year.
Bocking 4 Comfrey Potted Plant (Pre-Sale)
When to Plant: For a head start, begin sowing bloody dock seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected spring frost in your area. Alternatively, you can direct sow the seeds outdoors once the threat of snow has passed and the soil is workable.
Planting: Surface sow the seeds or cover them lightly with soil, as they need some light to germinate effectively. If starting indoors, transplant the seedlings outdoors, spacing them approximately 24 inches apart. Bloody dock can spread through self-seeding, so consider this when selecting a planting location.