Botanical Interests Borage Seeds
- Versatile herb
- Sow in spring
- Used fresh to garnish dips, salads and summer drinks
- Leaves and stems are also edible, delicious
Find In StoreThis 2'-3' tall, versatile herb is exquisite in the garden. In addition to attracting bees and other beneficial insects, it can be used as a cover crop. Edible, blue and sometimes pink flowers with a cucumber-like flavor can be used fresh to garnish dips, salads and summer drinks or candied with sugar for later use. The leaves and stems are also edible, delicious steamed like spinach or chard. Fairly drought tolerant once established.
Variety- Family: Boraginaceae
- Native: Africa, West Asia and Europe
- Hardiness: Annual; Re-Seeds Readily
- Exposure: Full Sun To Part Shade
- Bloom Period: Spring to Summer
- Plant Dimensions: 2'-3' Tall, 12"-18" Wide
- Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Beneficial Insects, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower
When To Sow Outside
Recommended. 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 40°F, ideally 70°-90°F or any time in mild climates.
When To Start Inside6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Not recommended; sensitive to taproot disturbance. Start in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly into ground
- Days To Emerge: 5-20 Days
- Seed Depth: 1/4"-1/2"
- Seed Spacing: A Group of 3 Seeds Every 12"
- Row Spacing: 24"
- Thinning: When 2" Tall, Thin to 1 Every 12"
Harvesting
Leaves are best harvested when young; old leaves are tough and hairy. Flowers can be harvested any time.
Specifications- Type: Organic Heirloom
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