Blue Borage Herb Seeds

, (Borago Officinalis) Edible FlowersBorage, Blue Borage, Borago officinalis,also known as a starflower !

Mother nature hasnât given very many blue edible choices so it nice to know that the borage flower is one of them. Borage flower is not only edible but tasty too !
Approximate Seeds Per Ounce: 1,500
Grow this decorative plant from Borage seeds. Borage herb seeds produce these beautiful star-shaped flowers and textured leaves. Borage herb benefits include beauty in the garden, attraction for bees and a great addition to summer drinks.
Plant this unusual 24 inch annual herb for its pure ornamental value, to attract much-coveted bees to your garden, and to harvest for teas and other summer drinks. When young, the cucumber flavored leaves may be added to salads. The flowers (which are excellent for cutting and have a long vase-life) are used as garnishes (in cold drinks like ice tea and lemonade) or added to salads. Cut sprays of Borage all summer long to garnish and add flavor to cold drinks and salads! Borage plants are also considered to be a great companion plant for vegetable gardens and orchards because of the attraction of bees to the blue flowers. Plant Borage seeds where pollination is needed!
How To Grow Borage From Herb Seed: Direct sow Borage seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed. These herb seeds prefer fine, well-worked moist soil. Borage is considered to be a liberal self-sower, dropping its own herb seeds, so you can enjoy more plants next year.
Approximate Seeds Per Ounce: 1,500


Season: Annual
USDA Zones: 3 - 9
Height: 24 inches
Bloom Season: Summer
Bloom Color: Blue
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Rich, well-drained, pH 6.6 - 7.3
Planting Directions

Temperature: 70F
Average Germ Time: 7 - 14 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: 1/8 inch
Sowing Rate: 1 seed every 4 inches
Moisture: Keep moist until germination
Plant Spacing: Rows 24 inches a part; thin seedlings 8 - 10 inches

Did you know that the borage flower is not only edible but tasty too? It tastes sweet like honey. Pluck the flower off the plant from its center and put it on top of any dish for a beautiful edible garnish, we love it in salads!

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