Borage Plant
A classic cottage garden herb
Grown by Cameron
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Borage Plant
- Borage, or Starflower, is a bright and aromatic herb with edible leaves and blue, star shaped flowers throughout the summer
- Perfect for garnishing cakes, drink and salads
- Grow in pots or borders with similarly coloured flowers - borage will self seed and come back every year
- Awarded RHS Plants for Pollinators status for its appeal to butterflies and bees
- Plant out at any time during spring or summer and pick flowers when needed
- Premium herb plants grown on a family run farm in Lancashire and sent to you at the best possible time for planting
- Borage is a great companion plant to grow alongside your vegetables, including tomatoes, squash, and strawberries, as it attracts beneficial insects like bees and predatory wasps
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, borage is a large, spreading herb that needs a substantial pot of at least 30 centimetres to accommodate its deep roots.
How big does it get?
The borage plant can reach a height of 60 to 90 centimetres and a spread of 45 to 60 centimetres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The borage plant prefers full sun or partial shade.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The borage plant prefers a well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
The borage plant requires moderate watering, allowing the top 2 to 3 centimetres of soil to dry out between waterings.
Will this plant need pruning?
No, the borage plant does not require pruning.
How hardy is this plant?
The borage plant is a tender plant with an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it will not survive being frozen and requires temperatures above 1°C. It can be grown outdoors across the UK once all risk of frost has passed, though it benefits from a sheltered position in cooler areas.
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Meet Cameron
An experienced hand from seed to harvest
When it comes to veg plants, if Cameron doesn’t know about it? It ain’t worth knowing. They’re one of his horticultural passions and the quality of the produce he – well, produces – at the nursery is testament to that fact. Cameron pairs time-honoured horticultural traditions alongside the very best modern techniques in our fabulous, purpose-built nursery in Evesham. With a background that saw him place at the Grand Finals at the Young Horticultural Awards back in 2022, we’re proud to have someone that really knows his onions.
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