Overview
Symphytum 'Langthorns Pink' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Symphytum, part of the Boraginaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Symphytum 'Langthorns Pink' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens, wildflower meadow and cottage and informal garden.
About
Symphytum 'Langthorns Pink' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Boraginaceae family. Like other Symphytum species, it features broad, deciduous leaves and produces clusters of nodding, tubular flowers in spring and summer. This cultivar thrives in a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, preferring moist but well-drained conditions. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and can be grown in full sun or partial shade, making it suitable for wildlife gardens, wildflower meadows, and cottage or informal garden settings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Symphytum
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Symphytum 'Langthorns Pink' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens, Wildflower meadow, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Symphytum 'Langthorns Pink'
- Propagation
- Propagate by division of fleshy roots in spring. Propagate by root cuttings in early winter. Propagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame in autumn or spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Symphytum 'Langthorns Pink'?
Symphytum 'Langthorns Pink' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Symphytum 'Langthorns Pink' need?
Symphytum 'Langthorns Pink' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to poorly-drained.
Is Symphytum 'Langthorns Pink' hardy in the UK?
Symphytum 'Langthorns Pink' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Symphytum 'Langthorns Pink'?
Propagate by division of fleshy roots in spring. Propagate by root cuttings in early winter. Propagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame in autumn or spring.
More in the Symphytum genus
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- Symphytum 'Angela Whinfield'
- Symphytum 'Empire'
- Symphytum 'Moorland Heather'Comfrey
- Symphytum caucasicum pale blue-flowered
- Symphytum cycladense
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