Seed Savers Borage Herb

Beautiful blue star-shaped flowers hang in clusters. The leaves are covered with stiff white hairs that give the plant a wooly appearance. Bees love the abundant bright flowers, which are great for floating in cool drinks at summer parties. Plants grow 2-3' tall and self-sow readily.

• Conventional
• Self-seeding, annual plants
• Plants grow to 2-3 feet tall
• Edible flowers are blue and star-shaped
• Great for attracting pollinators

This variety works for:

• Garnish
• Fresh eating

The bright blue flowers of borage can be added to salads or used alongside dishes as edible garnishes. The leaves are also edible and have a slight cucumber flavor. We recommend placing a few flowers in each of the sections of your ice cube tray before freezing. You will then have floral ice cubes to serve with your favorite drink at summer parties!

Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Can also be started indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost. Borage prefers ordinary well-drained soil.

• Direct Seed: 1/8" Apart
• Germination: 7-14 Days
• Thin: 12" Apart
• Light: Sun/Partial Shade