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When to Plant Comfrey in Warren County, TN

Comfrey is a vigorous perennial herb valued as a dynamic accumulator of nutrients. Its leaves make excellent mulch, compost activator, and liquid fertilizer.

Warren County, Tennessee is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 10 and the first fall frost is October 28, giving you a growing season of approximately 201 days.

At an elevation of 3,925 feet, Warren County receives approximately 53.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Comfrey during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Comfrey root diseases.

Warren County, TN (Zone 7b) Long season
201 days
Last Spring Frost April 10
201 growing days
First Fall Frost October 28

Warren County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Comfrey Planting Timeline — Warren County, TN

Comfrey Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 17 Apr 17 – May 1
Harvest June 19 Jun 19 – Aug 28

Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Transplant Outdoors
May Transplant Outdoors
June Harvest
July Harvest
August Harvest
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Partial Shade (3-6 hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

60–90 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 7b

📆 Growing Season

201 days in Warren County

Growing Tips for Warren County

Plant root cuttings 2 inches deep. Choose Bocking 14 variety to prevent self-seeding. Cut leaves 3-4 times per season for mulch or compost. Avoid planting near pathways as it spreads.

Companion Planting

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Comfrey in Warren County, TN?

Warren County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of April 10. Plan your Comfrey planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Warren County, TN?

Warren County, Tennessee is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 10 and first fall frost is October 28.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Warren County, TN. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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