Borage Seeds
Borage Seeds
Borage Seeds
Borage Seeds
Borage Seeds Borage Seeds Borage Seeds Borage Seeds

Borage Seeds

£3.00
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Pollinator Friendly
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Perfect for Pots
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Most Light Conditions
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Hardy

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plant benefit
Pollinator Friendly
plant benefit
Perfect for Pots
plant benefit
Most Light Conditions
plant benefit
Hardy

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.

why it's special:

  • Brings pollinators to your garden, so try planting near some strawberries to increase your yield
  • Grows as quickly as an annual, yet will self-seed to colonise a small patch of your garden
  • It grows fast in containers and you can be enjoying fresh herbs

when to sow

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About borage

While not as common as thyme or basil, borage herb (Borago officinalis) is a unique plant for the culinary garden. It grows quickly as an annual but will colonize a corner of the garden by self-seeding and reappearing year after year.

In The Records

The Greeks and Romans believed the herb was a source of courage and in medieval times flowers were embroidered into tapestries and the colours of jousting knights. The blooms were even floated in drinks consumed by the crusaders before battle
Features Perfect for pots, pollinator-friendly and hardy-annual
Locations Window box, balconies, containers and garden beds
Effort Level Looks after itself
Botanical Name Borago Officinalis
Other Names Burrage, common bugloss, bee-bread, bee fodder, star flower, ox's tongue, and cool tankard.
Plant Type Annual
Pot Size 50 cm
Pet/Baby Safe No.
Number of Seeds 50
Sowing Tips So seeds on firm, damp soil and lightly cover. Seal in a clear container and place in a sunny spot until they have sprouted.

sowing seeds early: tips for success

Get your green thumb on with these tips for sowing seeds early. By starting your planting ahead of schedule, you can have beautiful flowers and delicious veggies before you know it. But it's not just about timing - to give your seeds the best shot at success, you'll want to take some steps to avoid mishaps like damping off (a pesky fungal disease). So read on for tips on germinating, sowing se...
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guide to sowing different types of seed

If you're wondering when and where to plant different seeds, this little guide should help you out. Don't be intimidated by sowing seeds, it's a pretty easy task once you get the hang of it. All you need to do is create the right conditions for them to grow. To make a seed germinate, you've got to make sure it's getting enough light, the temperature is just right, and there's enough moisture. ...
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when to sow your seeds

Growing your garden from seeds is a great way to enjoy flowers in the garden and veggies for months on end without breaking the bank. Just remember that different seeds require different sowing times and methods, and some can be sowed gradually over several months to prevent running out of space and giving you a constant harvest. To ensure successful germination, make sure your seeds have the ...
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germinating seeds indoors

By germinating seeds indoors, you’re able to control the conditions, start growing plants earlier in the season, saves sprouts from being killed off by a frost and help avoid the sprouts being eaten by garden pests.
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