Borage - Borago officinalis
50 Seeds
Sow February - May
Hardy annual.
Height 60cm (24in).
Prefers a fairly rich, well-drained soil in a sunny position.
Sow direct into the final container from February onwards, or direct outdoors at the end of April. Germinate at 15-20o C. Germination should occur after approximately one week.
This self-seeding plant has many leaves on branched, hollow stems covered with stiff white hairs. The star-shaped flowers are sky blue with five petals and black stamens, which nod downward in clusters. The leaves are dark grey-green, oval-pointed, textured, covered with prickly white hairs and have a cucumber scented juice when crushed. Plant with strawberries to improve yield and deter pests. Borage attracts bees and butterflies.
