Borage Azure Blue Seeds - A Cottage Garden Essential 🌿
Discover the charm of Borage Azure Blue, an enchanting annual herb that will transform your garden into a buzzing haven of beauty. Known for its stunning deep blue flowers and thick, dark green foliage, this versatile plant is a favourite among gardeners who appreciate both aesthetics and practicality. Borage is more than just a pretty face; it’s a powerhouse for pollinators and a delightful addition to your culinary adventures.
Features & Benefits
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Attracts Beneficial Insects 🐝
The vibrant blue flowers of Borage are irresistible to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. By planting Borage, you're not just beautifying your garden—you're supporting the ecosystem, promoting pollination, and enhancing the productivity of other plants.
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Edible Delights 🍽️
The leaves and flowers of Borage aren’t just for show—they're edible too! The leaves have a refreshing cucumber flavour, perfect for adding a unique twist to salads, drinks, and garnishes. Imagine the joy of harvesting fresh, organic herbs right from your garden to your kitchen.
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Easy to Grow 🌱
Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting, Borage is a joy to grow. It thrives in sunny spots, and its robust nature ensures it can handle a variety of conditions. Plus, with a sowing depth of just 0.5 cm and a quick germination period of 7 to 14 days, you'll see your garden flourish in no time.
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Cottage Garden Favourite 🏡
With its bushy growth habit and bristly, hairy leaves, Borage is the quintessential plant for informal or wild gardens. It brings a rustic, old-world charm that makes it a staple in traditional cottage gardens.
Planting Information
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Scientific Name: Borago officinalis
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Plant Type: Herb
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Position: Full Sun
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Height: 30-50 cm
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Spacing: 45 to 60 cm
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Sow Depth: 0.5 cm
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Germination: 7 to 14 days
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Days to Harvest: 50 to 80 days
Seed Quantity
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10g raw seed: Approx. 500 seeds
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100g raw seed: Approx. 5,000 seeds
Bring Joy to Your Garden!
Borage Azure Blue is not just a plant; it's an experience. From the moment it sprouts, you'll be captivated by its beauty and usefulness. Whether you're looking to create a pollinator-friendly garden, enjoy home-grown herbs, or simply add a touch of blue to your flower beds, Borage is the perfect choice.
🌿 Order your seeds today and start growing a garden filled with colour, flavour, and life! 🌿
Plant Information
Plant Type: Herb
Scientific name: Borago officinalis
Growing Information
General Sowing Time: Spring/Summer
Position: Sun
Sow Depth: 0,5 cm
Spacing: 45 to 60 cm
Germination: 7 to 14 days
Days to Harvest: 50 to 80
Height: 30-50cm
Seed Quantity
10g raw seed: Approx 500 seeds
100g raw seed: Approx 5 000 seeds
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