Borage (Borago officinalis) — cucumber-scented leaf and flower, edible blue flowers, bee pasture.
Borage (Borago officinalis) is one of the most beautiful herbs and medicinal plants in the garden. Annual, fast-developing, versatile. Cucumber-scented leaves and flowers add a refreshing aroma to foods and drinks.
Growing
Sow in April–June. Row spacing 30 cm, plant spacing 20 cm, sowing depth 0.5 cm.
Salads, cucumber dishes, drink garnish (blue flowers in cocktails are special). Bee pasture.
Product details
Seed informationUntreated
Life cycleAnnual
Plant height (cm)50 cm
Harvest time (flowering time for flower seeds)June, August
Row spacing (cm)30 cm
Plant spacing (cm)20 cm
Sowing depth (cm)0.5 cm
Seeds per gram50
Avg. germination time (days)7-14 days
Optimal germination temp. (°C)15-20 °C
Sowing timeApril, June