Borage

Flowering
Fragrant

Borage is a versatile and hardy herb known for its star-shaped blue flowers and cucumber-like flavour. Perfect for growing in gardens, containers, or herb gardens, it provides a continuous harvest of edible flowers and leaves that are great for salads, garnishes, and attracting pollinators.

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Borage is a popular herb known for its star-shaped blue flowers and cucumber-like flavour. It produces a continuous supply of edible flowers and leaves perfect for salads, garnishes, and attracting pollinators. This variety is ideal for growing in gardens, containers, or herb gardens, ensuring a steady supply of versatile herbs.

  • Grows best in full sun
  • Ideal for gardens, containers, and herb gardens
  • Produces star-shaped blue flowers with cucumber-like flavour
  • Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects

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Pots: Get big, ready-to-grow plants in 9cm pots. Plant them in your garden or larger pots right away. They're bigger and stronger than plug plants. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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What You Need To Know About “Borage”

Plant Information
How To Plant
Plant Care

Borage is a high-yielding herb that adds both beauty and utility to any garden. It is known for its star-shaped blue flowers and cucumber-like flavour, making it perfect for gardens, containers, or herb gardens.

  • Grows best in full sun
  • Ideal for gardens, containers, and herb gardens
  • Produces star-shaped blue flowers with cucumber-like flavour
  • Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects

Borage is a high-yielding herb that adds both beauty and utility to any garden. It is known for its star-shaped blue flowers and cucumber-like flavour, making it perfect for gardens, containers, or herb gardens.

  • Grows best in full sun
  • Ideal for gardens, containers, and herb gardens
  • Produces star-shaped blue flowers with cucumber-like flavour
  • Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects
Planting Time: All Year Round
Sunlight & Positioning: Full Sun
Where to Plant: Garden Beds - Pots - Containers
Growing Location: Garden - Patio - Balcony - Windowsill
Planting Time: All Year Round
Sunlight & Positioning: Full Sun
Where to Plant: Garden Beds - Pots - Containers
Growing Location: Garden - Patio - Balcony - Windowsill

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for Borage?

Borage thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. It tolerates poor soils and is drought-resistant once established.

How and when should I harvest Borage?

Harvest young leaves and flowers as needed, typically 6-8 weeks after planting. Pick flowers just before they fully open.

What pests and diseases affect Borage, and how can I manage them?

Borage is generally pest-resistant. Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases like powdery mildew. Use neem oil if needed.

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