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mike77
Half Acre
Posts: 149
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #20 on:
January 19, 2009, 19:31:02 »
is it right you should only use this type on allotments because it's less likely to spread seed?.
i bought some comfrey seeds at the malvern show but it isnt bocking 14?
should i not use the stuff i have ???
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tonybloke
Hectare
Posts: 5,811
Gorleston 0n sea, Norfolk
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #21 on:
January 21, 2009, 15:07:35 »
send me your address, I'll send some root cuttings!
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caroline7758
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Posts: 7,267
Berwick-upon-Tweed
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #22 on:
January 25, 2009, 17:08:12 »
I read in one of Caroline Foley's books today that because liquid feed made from comfrey is alkaline it should not be used on chalky soils. What do you reckon?
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tonybloke
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Posts: 5,811
Gorleston 0n sea, Norfolk
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #23 on:
January 25, 2009, 23:49:00 »
that's a new one on me! ;)
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louise stella
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Posts: 534
We're half way there Mum!!!!!
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #24 on:
January 26, 2009, 00:19:31 »
Comfrey is good for any soil!! I spread the leaves under Tomato plants as well as making comfrey "soup". I am on chalk !
Louise
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caroline7758
Hectare
Posts: 7,267
Berwick-upon-Tweed
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #25 on:
January 26, 2009, 08:33:43 »
That's ok then- thanks!
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calamityjayneuk
Half Acre
Posts: 166
Stanley, Co Durham
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #26 on:
February 15, 2009, 14:22:12 »
Hi
I have some comfrey on my allotment and I've just dug some up.
anybody know if you can just plant bits of root, or do you need a green shoot at the end. If you can just plant bits of root - I have loads. I'd be up for some swapping or would be happy to send some if postage is sent.
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tonybloke
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Gorleston 0n sea, Norfolk
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #27 on:
February 15, 2009, 14:30:56 »
Is yor comfrey DEFINATELY bocking 14????
it's the only cultivar that doesn't spread by seed.
If you check out this thread, I am already giving some cuttings (bocking 14) to several folk on here.
in answer to your question, just plant any bit of root, it will grow!! ;)
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calamityjayneuk
Half Acre
Posts: 166
Stanley, Co Durham
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #28 on:
February 15, 2009, 15:54:42 »
Yes it is definitely bocking 14. I planted it a few years ago and the seller was certified organic and listed it as bocking 14.
I've had no trouble with it spreading and have divided it and made a new patch, but the old patch has been dug up to make way for other things and the crowns are huge. I know you can plant the bits with the green buds poking out (coz that's what I did), just wondered if the bits of root would also grow.
As I say - people always seem to be looking for it and they are welcome to some if they want it as I now have loads. :)
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Teen
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Posts: 34
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #29 on:
February 15, 2009, 20:14:56 »
Hello to you all,
I'm new here. I have just read about Bocking 14 Comfrey this week and it sounds like the ideal stuff you should grow on your allotment. Not only can you make Comfrey Tea (a liquid fertilizer), but you can bung it on your compost heap and use it as an activator.
I hope this isn't a cheeky question, especially as I'm new here, but I wondered if anyone would be prepared to send me some root cuttings. I'd be really grateful.
Well I'm going to have a look around the forum now see what other interesting things you guys are talking about.
Teen
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grannyjanny
PMs
Hectare
Posts: 4,513
Lives in Cheshire. Light sandy soil. Loves no dig.
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #30 on:
February 15, 2009, 22:00:51 »
How much do you need to make it worthwhile & how much space does it need. We only have a 1/2 plot.
Janet
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tonybloke
Hectare
Posts: 5,811
Gorleston 0n sea, Norfolk
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #31 on:
March 18, 2009, 16:26:07 »
11 parcels posted first class today!! will be with you all in time for the equinox, rgds, Tony
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tonybloke
Hectare
Posts: 5,811
Gorleston 0n sea, Norfolk
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #32 on:
March 20, 2009, 13:00:18 »
plant the roots about one and a half inches to two inches deep. you can cut them into shorter pieces if you want more plants. any bit one and a half to two inches long will grow into a healthy plant. you can start them off in pots if you like, but keep them outdoors.
rgds, Tony ;)
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littlebabybird
Hectare
Posts: 1,268
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #33 on:
March 20, 2009, 13:50:30 »
Tony, i have a mystery package here is it comfrey from you?
I know i was after some but not sure if i asked ::)
If it is comfrey thankyou so much
lbb
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tomatoada
Hectare
Posts: 1,621
south birmingham
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #34 on:
March 20, 2009, 14:27:12 »
Would love some please. How do i get it and pay you for postage and packing?
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Levi
Half Acre
Posts: 163
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #35 on:
March 20, 2009, 18:04:26 »
Hiya tonybloke, got my comfrey today, ta very much. Very naughty of you not to put return address on them though, so nowhere to send postage. Can understand you not wanting to rewrite it 11 times but this kindness has cost you about £16. Bless ya but will be looking for ways to repay your goodwill in the future. A little bit of tonybloke comfrey all over the country. Cheers :)
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tonybloke
Hectare
Posts: 5,811
Gorleston 0n sea, Norfolk
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #36 on:
March 20, 2009, 20:19:20 »
" just think what you could do with the money you save by not smoking" ;)
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Teen
Not So New ...
Posts: 34
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #37 on:
March 20, 2009, 20:47:36 »
Hello Tony,
Just wanted to say a BIG thank you for the comfrey roots I received them today and potted them up. Hope I've done it right ::)
I'm very grateful.
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terrier
Acre
Posts: 400
North Wales
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #38 on:
March 21, 2009, 16:11:02 »
Same here, big thanx Tonybloke. Planted them out in their bed today.
Was listening to GQT on radio yesterday and one of the panel (Bob Flowerdew, I think) said to plant loads of Borage as this annual can be used the same way as Comfrey, he said it was at least as good as. So maybe I'll plant them both together?
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caroline7758
Hectare
Posts: 7,267
Berwick-upon-Tweed
Re: Looking for some Bocking 14 Comfrey
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Reply #39 on:
March 21, 2009, 19:06:21 »
Borage is avery pretty plant and great for attracting bees, but it does self-seed madly!
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