Synonym(s)
Cynoglossum virginianum var. virginianum
Common Name
Wild comfrey
Plant Form
Herbs
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
3.0
Width (ft)
0.7 -
1.0
Growth Rate
Fast
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
5,
6,
7,
8,
9
Commercially available
Yes
Additional Info
Habitat: Prefers dappled shade to partial shade, but not full shade, in moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil that is not allowed to dry out. It will, however, tolerate clay or rocky soils. Frequent to common throughout Virginia.
Wildlife Value: Attractive to pollinators.
Flower Color
Blue
Cream/White
Flower Prominence
Conspicuous
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Bloom Month
May
June
Light Requirements
Partial sun
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Low Maintenance
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Tolerates
Nurseries that may carry live plant