Borage. Vigorous annual with hairy stems and leaves. Nodding star-shaped flowers of bright blue. Self-seeds. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers May to August. Full sun/partial shade. Not hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Borago officinalis
Vigorous annual with hairy stems and leaves. Nodding star-shaped flowers of bright blue. Self-seeds.
Category: Annuals
Additional information
Generic | Borago |
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Species | officinalis |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Borage |
Flower Colour | blue |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Annual |
Height | 60cm |
Family | Boraginaceae |
Spread | 45cm |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Not hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | |
Border | Herb garden, Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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