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.
Additional information
| Generic | Borago |
|---|---|
| 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 | |
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