Borage
Annual

Borage

Borago officinalis

Star-shaped electric blue flowers that bees go absolutely wild for. Self-sows freely.

Bloom Season
Jun - Sep
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Sun Requirements
○ Full Sun6+ hours direct
Water Needs
Low
Drought tolerant
Size & Zones
2-3' tall
USDA Zones 2-11
Bloom Colors
Blue
Traits
✿ Pollinator Friendly♨ Edible▢ Container Friendly
Soil
SandyLoam
Pairs Well With
Chives
Perennial
Rosemary
Perennial
Chamomile
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