Borage
Reference:
Borago officinalis
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A wonderful herb for any garden. The blue flowers are edible and have a delicate cucumber taste—a beneficial companion for other plants and great for compost. The roots provide Nitrogen to the soil. Grows in all zones as a self-seeding annual.
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Borago officinalis
Data sheet
- Zones:
- Annual grow in all zones, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
- Growth Cycle:
- Annual, Self Seeding Annual
- Light:
- Full Sun, Full Sun / Partial Shade
- Water Needs:
- Low, Low/Moderate, Moderate, Moderate/High
- Soil Type:
- ALL Tolerant of most soils, Chalky Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Peaty Soil, Saline Soil, Sandy Soil, Silty Soil
- Color:
- Blue, Purple
- Growth Rate:
- Fast, Moderate/Fast
- Maturity (Vegetables Only):
- 60 - 65 Days, 65 - 70 Days
- Height:
- f: Up to 2 Feet
- Edible:
- Yes
- Special Features:
- Butterfiles and Pollinators, Composting, Drying and Crafts, Fodder/Wildlife/Shelter, Medicinal Value, Soil Improvement
- Warnings:
- None
- Evergreen
- No
- Growing Instructions:
- Sow in spring after frost 2-3 seeds 1/4 inch deep and 12 inches apart. Soil Temp for Germ 60-75F. Days to Germ 7-14. Days to Maturity 60-70. Height 18-24“.
Specific References
- UPC
- 810071360244
- MPN
- BBO10X