Borage Seeds
Borago Officinalis
Borage seeds to edible flowers.
Used in ancient times to bring on courage and bravery, now growing borage is for cucumber-tasting teas and flower decorations in a salad. Grow your own Borage (or bravery) from seeds.
Approx 50 seeds
- Pollinator-Friendly
- Pot Fans
- Most Light Conditions
- Hardy Annual
Borage (Borago officinalis) is a charming, hardy annual known for its star-shaped blue flowers and edible leaves. Traditionally valued for courage, today it’s prized in gardens for salads, teas, and attracting pollinators. Sow your own borage seeds to enjoy its beauty and flavour.
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Borage (Borago officinalis) is a charming, hardy annual known for its star-shaped blue flowers and edible leaves. Traditionally valued for courage, today it’s prized in gardens for salads, teas, and attracting pollinators. Sow your own borage seeds to enjoy its beauty and flavour.
Delivered within 2-5 working days via our standard delivery
Standard Delivery
For standard delivery, we’ll work with our delivery partners to ensure you receive your delivery within 2-5 working days.
Express Delivery
You can also send this item the next day, just place the order before 11 am and we'll get it sent out the same day to arrive the following day.
Gifting
Want to send this as a gift? We can include a handwritten note, just add what you'd like to write at checkout.
If you’re worried about your delivery or have any other questions please get in touch at [email protected] and one of our team will come back to you as soon as we can.
For more information on our shipping services, have a look at our FAQs.
Grow in Your Garden
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How to Grow
Sow borage seeds outdoors from spring onwards in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Thin seedlings to allow space for growth and enjoy blooms through summer.
Sowing
Sow seeds on firm, damp soil and lightly cover. Seal in a clear container and place in a sunny spot until they have sprouted.
About Borage
Easy to grow, borage is perfect for pots or garden beds, attracts bees and beneficial insects, and provides edible flowers and leaves.
- Pollinator-Friendly
- Pot Fans
- Most Light Conditions
- Hardy Annual
History of Borage
Historically, borage symbolised bravery and was used by ancient Greeks and Romans. Its vibrant flowers were woven into medieval tapestries and used by Crusaders. Today, it remains a favourite for gardeners wanting a splash of colour and flavour.
| Other Names | Burrage, common bugloss, bee-bread, bee fodder, star flower, ox's tongue, and cool tankard. |
|---|---|
| Pet/Baby Safe | Known to be toxic. |
FAQs
Sow seeds directly in well-drained soil after the last frost. Thin seedlings to 20-30cm apart.
Typically up to 60cm tall.
Yes, the blue flowers are edible and great in salads or as decoration.