Borage & Chervil - Herb Plants

Discover the subtle aroma and refined flavour of chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium), a must-have herb for your garden. Perfect for enhancing various recipes with its delicate taste. Explore our selection of Borage & Chervil Herb Plants today.

• Easy-to-grow, versatile herb
• Delicate anise-like flavour
• Ideal for culinary use
• Fresh green chervil leaves
• Great for small-scale gardening

Add chervil to your garden and elevate your cooking with its unique flavour, offering an easy cultivation experience for gardeners of all levels. Browse our Herb Plants collection for more options.

Borage (Borago officinalis) is a delightful addition to any UK garden, offering both beauty and utility. Known for its vibrant blue star-shaped flowers, borage not only enhances your garden’s aesthetic but also supports a healthy ecosystem.

Key Features & Benefits

• Easy to Grow: Thrives in various soil types with plenty of sunlight, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced gardeners.
• Attractive Blooms: Produces stunning blue flowers from spring to autumn, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.
• Edible and Versatile: Both the flowers and leaves are edible, perfect for adding a burst of color and flavor to salads, beverages, and desserts.
• Companion Planting: Enhances the growth of nearby plants and deters pests, benefiting your overall garden health.
• Self-Seeding: Borage is an annual that effortlessly self-seeds, ensuring a continuous supply of plants each season.

Care Instructions

• Sowing: Plant borage seeds directly in the garden after the last frost or start indoors a few weeks earlier.
• Watering: Requires regular watering, especially during dry spells, to maintain healthy growth.
• Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and prevent unwanted self-seeding if preferred.

Culinary & Medicinal Uses

Borage is a versatile herb in the kitchen, widely used in salads, teas, and as a decorative garnish. Its leaves have a mild cucumber flavor, while the flowers add a unique taste and stunning visual appeal to various dishes. Additionally, borage has traditional medicinal uses, believed to support skin health and reduce inflammation.

Environmental Impact

• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, promoting a lively and healthy garden environment.
• Soil Health: Helps improve soil structure and fertility by attracting beneficial microorganisms.
• Pest Control: Acts as a natural pest deterrent, reducing the need for chemical interventions.

Enhance your garden with our high-quality borage plants and explore a wide range of herb plants to create a vibrant and sustainable garden space. Whether you’re a new gardener or a seasoned pro, borage offers a rewarding and hassle-free gardening experience.