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Borage

Borage (Borago officinalis) is a Mediterranean shrub that’s easy to grow in a diverse range of soil types and climates. The leaves are edible, although the star shaped blue purple flowers are what this plant is known for. The delicate blossoms can be harvested and are commonly eaten fresh or added to salads. Plants reach approximately three feet in diameter when mature. A beneficial insect attractor for all sorts of pollinators both large and small. Will readily reseed at the end of the season.

Seeds are certified organic.

Size: Packet: 50 seeds (1 gram), OG

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Borage (Borago officinalis) is a Mediterranean shrub that’s easy to grow in a diverse range of soil types and climates. The leaves are edible, although the star shaped blue purple flowers are what this plant is known for. The delicate blossoms can be harvested and are commonly eaten fresh or added to salads. Plants reach approximately three feet in diameter when mature. A beneficial insect attractor for all sorts of pollinators both large and small. Will readily reseed at the end of the season.

Seeds are certified organic.

Common Name:
Borage
Scientific Name:
Borago officinalis
Description:
Easy to grow annual shrub with edible blue-purple flowers that are a great beneficial insect attractor.
Plant Lifespan:
Annual
Cold Hardiness (F):
Zone 9b (25 to 30)
Light Requirements:
Full Sun (min. 6 hours a day)/Part Shade
Seed In:
Early Spring (Mar 21 - Apr 20), Mid Spring (Apr 21 - May 20), and Late Spring (May 21 - Jun 20)
Seeding Depth:
1/2 in.
Days to Sprout:
7-14
Optimal Soil Temperature (F):
60-70
Plant Spacing:
2-3 ft.
Plant Height:
2 ft.
Average Days from Seed to Harvest:
60-80

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