Borage

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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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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

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

Choose a sunny area for your Borage plants, whether in a garden, container, or herb garden. Keep them well watered for the best growth.

Borage needs full sun, so choose a spot with plenty of direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use containers with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants well to allow for growth

Choose a sunny area for your Borage plants, whether in a garden, container, or herb garden. Keep them well watered for the best growth.

Borage needs full sun, so choose a spot with plenty of direct sunlight
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use containers with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants well to allow for growth

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with plenty of direct sunlight
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 20-30cm apart for good air circulation

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny location with plenty of direct sunlight
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 20-30cm apart for good air circulation

Borage is easy to care for and adds both productivity and beauty to your garden. With proper light and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying its edible flowers and leaves.

Water regularly, especially in dry weather, until established
Fertilise occasionally during the growing season to promote growth
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Check for pests like aphids; treat with suitable methods if needed

Borage is easy to care for and adds both productivity and beauty to your garden. With proper light and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying its edible flowers and leaves.

Water regularly, especially in dry weather, until established
Fertilise occasionally during the growing season to promote growth
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Check for pests like aphids; treat with suitable methods if needed

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Pinch off the tops to encourage bushier growth
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Pinch off the tops to encourage bushier growth
Harvesting:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds

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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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What You Need To Know About “Borage”

What Other Gardeners Say

Why Gardeners Choose Acqua Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for Borage?

How and when should I harvest Borage?

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

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