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This 2'–3' tall, versatile herb is exquisite in the garden. In addition to attracting bees and other beneficial insects, it can be used as a cover crop. Edible, blue and sometimes pink flowers with a cucumber-like flavor can be used fresh to garnish dips, salads, and summer drinks, or candied with sugar for later use. The leaves and stems are also edible, delicious steamed like spinach or chard. Fairly drought tolerant once established.
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- Variety Info
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Variety Info
Family: Boraginaceae
Native: Africa, west Asia, and Europe
Hardiness: Annual; re-seeds readily
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Period: Spring to summer
Plant Dimensions: 2'–3' tall, 12"–18" wide
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Beneficial Insects, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 40°F, ideally 70°–90°F, or any time in mild climates.
When to Start Inside: 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Not recommended; sensitive to taproot disturbance. Start in biodegradable pots that can be planted directly into ground.
Sprouts in: 5–20 days
Plant Seeds (Depth): ¼"–½"
Space Seeds: A group of 3 seeds every 12"
Row Spacing: 24"
Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 12"
Growing Info
Harvesting: Leaves are best harvested when young; old leaves are tough and hairy. Flowers can be harvested any time.
- Matt D.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJul 8, 2026Looking good so far
Recently started indoors and hope to have transplanted in another week.
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerEGEpic GardeningJul 9, 2026Hey Matt,
We're so excited to hear that your Borage Seeds are looking good so far! We can't wait to see photos of your garden this year! You have so many great varieties sprouting! Thanks for sharing your borage, and other flowers, growing progress with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Dawn C.CO, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJul 8, 2026Growing so well!
I planted these seeds in a grow bag next to my squash plants. The flowers are just now getting beautiful and ready to invite in the pollinators!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Raised BedEGEpic GardeningJul 10, 2026Hey Dawn,
We're so stoked to hear about your fantastic experience with the Borage Seeds! It's awesome that they're growing so well in that grow bag next to your squash plants - what a perfect companion planting setup! There's nothing better than those beautiful borage flowers getting ready to invite in all the pollinators and create that perfect buzz of activity in your garden. Thanks for sharing your borage growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Richard S.NE, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 18, 2026Borage
Big hit! Nobody knew of them gave to all my neighbors
And friends. Most excepted with confusion but when they bloomed that changed to excitement. I’m worried about the bees though so far very few. I’ve been carful
With the bt spraying in late evening hope I didn’t harm them!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? FamiliesHow do you prefer to grow? In GroundEGEpic GardeningJun 25, 2026Hey Richard,
Thank you so much for the fantastic 5-star review! It's wonderful to hear that your Borage Seeds were such a big hit and that you shared them with neighbors and friends - what a great way to spread the joy of gardening! We love hearing how the initial confusion turned to excitement once those beautiful blooms appeared. Your thoughtfulness about the bees shows what a caring gardener you are, and timing your spraying for late evening is exactly the right approach to protect our pollinator friends. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with others. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Lethea B.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsApr 25, 2026Borage for the win!
I’ve planted flowers/herbs that beneficial insects love and Borage is on the list, a major plus is that it’s so pretty!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningMay 4, 2026Hey Lethea,
Borage is a winner - useful and beautiful! You've made such a smart choice planting flowers and herbs that beneficial insects love - borage is absolutely fantastic for attracting pollinators and beneficial bugs to the garden. Those gorgeous star-shaped blue flowers are just stunning, and they keep blooming throughout the season. It's amazing when you can support your garden's ecosystem while adding such beautiful blooms at the same time! Keep on growing 🌻️
- K S.Verified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 starsMar 21, 2026Wow, look at that borage!
Borage is doing great. This area of borage (pictured) all grew from 4 little seeds, planted in autumn. Trellis in background is for Marketmore Cucumbers which supposedly like growing near borage. Hopefully borage will make it through summer heat and protect those cucumbers. Love Botanical Interests seeds.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningMar 23, 2026Hey K,
Wow, that's amazing growth from just 4 little seeds! Your borage looks absolutely fantastic, and we love hearing about your companion planting setup with the Marketmore Cucumbers. Borage really is such a great companion plant, and it's so cool that you're using it to help protect your cucumbers through the summer heat. Thanks for being such a loyal Botanical Interests customer - we're thrilled you're having such great success! Keep on growing 🌻️
