Full Sun
Moderate watering
Tender
H1c
RHS hardiness
5°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
30cm | Max | |
15cm | Min |
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
Borage Overview
The genus has about 40 species of annual and evergreen perennial shrubs which are native to the Mediterranean. They are grown for their spectacular, bright blue or pink flowers which will bloom in late spring and summer. The hairy leaves will grow in basal rosettes on the flower stalks.
Common problems with Borage
How to propagate Borage
Seed
Propagate by seed in spring.
Cuttings
Greenwood or semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
Other uses of Borage
Grown for their flowers.