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Growing Non-GMO Organic Borage Herb Seeds

To begin, borage seeds can be directly sown outdoors after the last frost or started indoors 3-4 weeks earlier. For starting seeds indoors, plant the seeds about 0.25 inches deep in a seed-starting mix, keeping the soil consistently moist. Once the seedlings are sturdy enough, transplant them to the garden, spacing them 12-18 inches apart to allow for their bushy growth. If sowing directly outdoors, plant the seeds in well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0, ensuring they are 0.25 inches deep and spaced adequately.

Regular watering is essential, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Mulching around the plant can help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Borage is a robust herb that doesn’t require much fertilization; however, adding compost or a balanced organic fertilizer once or twice during the growing season can promote healthier growth. Regularly deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and prevent self-seeding if you don't want borage to spread.

Keep an eye out for pests like aphids, and if they appear, use organic insecticidal soap or introduce beneficial insects such as ladybugs. Borage is generally resistant to diseases, but ensuring proper air circulation by not overcrowding plants can help prevent issues like powdery mildew.

Organic Borage in the Herb Garden

Borage plays multiple roles in the garden. It's an excellent companion plant, known for attracting pollinators like bees, which enhance the productivity of nearby plants. Its deep roots help break up compacted soil, improving soil structure and water infiltration, making it a beneficial cover crop. Additionally, borage can deter pests such as tomato hornworms, making it a natural pest control option. It is also grown as microgreens, with the young leaves being harvested for salads.

Harvesting Organic Borage

When it comes to harvesting, borage leaves and flowers can be picked once the plant is well-established. The best time to harvest leaves is when they are young and tender, before the plant flowers, for the most pleasant texture and flavor. Simply snip the leaves from the base of the stem. The flowers can be harvested as they open, which will encourage the plant to produce more blooms. Be sure to use scissors or pruning shears to avoid damaging the plant.

About Organic Borage Garden Seeds

Borage, native to the Mediterranean region, is popular for its versatility and ease of growth. It thrives in a variety of climates but prefers cool to moderate temperatures and can tolerate light frost.

Due to its preference for cooler weather, it can be a great winter crop or cover crop for zones 9-11 with mild winters.

Borage is appreciated for its ornamental beauty, its ability to improve soil health, and its role in supporting pollinator populations. It is also a prolific self-seeder but is not known to become invasive. You can count on it year after year to play a wonderful part in your garden!

The plant’s star-shaped blue flowers and cucumber-flavored leaves have made it a favorite in both culinary and medicinal uses.

Organic Borage seeds mature into robust 18-36 inch-tall herbaceous herbs.

Historically, it was believed to bring courage to those who consumed it, earning it the nickname "the herb of gladness." Today, it remains a symbol of resilience and adaptability in the garden.

Stories From Our Gardeners

"The more I read about borage, the more interesting it is to me! It has such a long history. The flowers were thought to relieve depression when eaten, and even beekeepers would plant it near hives to boost honey production."

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Organic Borage Seeds Per Package:

2 g Packet - Wholesale - Approximately 67 Seeds

0.25 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 237 Seeds

1 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 950 Seeds

4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 3,800 Seeds

1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 15,200 Seeds

5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 76,000 Seeds

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