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Borage

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Borage (Borago officinalis) has beautiful, edible, blue flowers that are very attractive to bees. Leaves are also edible with a cucumber type taste.  They are a nice in salads but the hairy leaves need to be blanched lightly. Borage readily self seeds. Each packet contains approximately 75 organic seeds. More details below.

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Organic Borage (Borago officinalis) Seeds

Characteristics:

  • Annual
  • Height: 80cm

Growing schedule: Direct sow outdoors from April to June.

Sowing depth: 0.5 - 1cm

Planting distance: Leave 30cm between rows; thin to 20cm between plants.

Germination: Around 7-10 days at optimal temperature of 21°C.

Growing conditions: Borage likes full sun and fertile, well-draining soil.

Ongoing care: For large healthy plants, keep well watered in dry weather.

Number of seeds: Each packet contains approximately 75 organic seeds, enough to cover 10m².

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Special Features Pollinator Friendly, Easy Gardening
Life Cycle Annual
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