Also known as Starflower, Bee Bush, Bee Bread, and Bugloss, borage is a medicinal herb with edible leaves and flowers. Bright blue, star-shaped blooms add striking colour and make a beautiful garnish for ice cream, salads, and drinks. The fuzzy green leaves have a fresh cucumber-like flavour, and the plant is a magnet for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, making it a must-have for pollinator gardens.
Mature Height:
24–36 in
Spread:
18–24 in
Suitable Planting Locations:
Ideal for herb gardens, pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, borders, and naturalized areas in full sun.
Planting Tip:
Most herbs prefer a sunny location with well-drained soil that is not too wet. Aim to plant where herbs receive at least 5 hours of direct sunlight each day. Herbs grow well in most soils but thrive in light, sandy soil enriched with peat moss or leaf mold and a moderate amount of fertilizer.
