How to Make Comfrey Tea Fertilizer using Dried Comfrey

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Comfrey Fertilizer Tea is an excellent natural fertilizer that’s easy to make and packed with nutrients to help boost your plant's growth. You can turn your Dried Comfrey into a beneficial liquid feed for your garden in a few simple steps. 

1. Start by choosing a container that has a lid. It can be a big container or a small one. You do not have to use the Comfrey all at once.
2. Durable plastic is preferred over glass to minimize the risk of breakage and prevent fertilizer loss in case of accidental drops. Each one (1) Gallon Freezer Bag of dry Comfrey will fill (5) 30 oz. plastic Mayo jars.
3. Put the Dried Comfrey in the container. 
4. Next fill the container with enough cold or hot tap water to cover the Comfrey.
5. Push down the Comfrey to dampen and submerge. All plant matter should remain submerged. Rotate the jar occasionally.
6. Let the mixture stand in a warm or sunny spot for 2 to 4 weeks. The longer it stands, the more potent your fertilizer will be.
7. As in nature, during this time the plant material will naturally break down. This process releases the  much sought after minerals, vitamins, and nutrients that make this iconic fertilizer so desirable.
8. When the water is a bit murky and an odor of rotting plant material is present, the fertilizer is ready to use. Color and odor may vary between batches.
9. Once the fertilizer tea is ready, strain out the solids and dilute the fertilizer liquid with water. (1) one part fertilizer tea, (10) to (20) parts water. Start with a higher dilution rate,(more water), until you get a feel for how much your plant needs. Plant varieties may vary in the amount that is beneficial.
10. Great for household and garden plants. Flowering plants love the extra energy boost!
11. The solids may be mixed into a planting bed, or sparingly on flower pots.
12. Use it sparingly, as it’s highly concentrated and very potent.
13. Label all containers.
14. Consult your veterinarian before feeding the Dry Comfrey to your animals. 

❌❌❌  DO NOT  ❌❌❌  

1. Use undiluted mixture on plants, it may cause damage or kill them.   
2. Use on seedlings (unless experimenting). 
3. Pour directly on a plant or roots. Pour around the plant.
4. Leave strained or unstrained fertilizer near children.
5.  Leave strained or unstrained fertilizer unlabeled.
6. Drink or consume. Comfrey contains compounds called pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs), which are toxic to the liver and can lead to severe liver damage or failure when ingested.

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Comfrey Health Warning: What You Need to Know

Comfrey is a popular herb often used in traditional medicine for its potential healing properties; however, it comes with serious health concerns that should not be overlooked. Comfrey contains compounds called pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs), which are known to be toxic to the liver and can lead to severe liver damage or failure when ingested. The use of comfrey in teas, supplements, or internal remedies is strongly discouraged by health authorities, including the FDA, due to its potential to cause long-term harm. While topical use of comfrey may be considered safer for treating minor wounds or inflammation, even this should be done with caution and under professional supervision. To protect your health, avoid consuming comfrey products internally and always consult a healthcare provider before using any herbal remedies.

, cover about 1 part dried comfrey to 10 parts water works well. Cover the container and let the mixture steep for about 2 to 4 weeks, stirring occasionally. Over time, the comfrey will break down, releasing potassium, nitrogen, and other beneficial nutrients. , using 1 part comfrey tea to 10 parts water, before applying it to your plants. The result is a natural fertilizer that promotes healthy growth and improves soil quality. Remember to use it sparingly, as it’s highly concentrated and very potent!