(Borago officinalis) Annual. 55 days to maturity. Borage is such a sensuous plant with its delicate blue flowers - so beautiful to the eyes, surprisingly refreshing to taste, and so very light in the heart! This self-seeding annual hails from Syria, but has naturalized through much of Europe. A great addition to the edible flower garden and especially nice in tea. Borage is also a total bee magnet! Plant borage and your garden will just be humming with life.**Also available in our Edible Petals Collection** ------------------------------------ Growth Habit: Bushy, 2-3 foot high plants Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Soil Preference: Moist, well drained soil When to Plant: Mid to late Spring when soil is warmed. Direct sow, as Borage has delicate taproots that can be fussy to transplant. Seeds should germinate in 15-20 days. How to Plant: Sow Borage seeds ½ inch deep. Thin seedlings to 12”. Water thoroughly after planting. When to Harvest: Harvest fresh leaves and flowers through Summer and into Fall. Borage will survive a light frost. How to Harvest: Harvest young leaves in Summer. Pick fresh flowers as they open, leaving some for the bees. Uses: Use young leaves in salads or pesto. Enjoy edible flowers fresh or dried. Add Borage flowers to salads, desserts, or ice cubes for a cooling cucumber flavor. ------------------------------------
