Borago officinalis 'Bianca' - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
The Borage (Borago officinalis) is an herbaceous plant with a spicy flavour. Its dark green leaves are egg-shaped, toothed and ciliate. A sunny location and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil are required for optimum growth of Borage.

Bulletpoints
* spicy flavour * the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * suitable for growing in pots

Leaves
Suitable for consumption. The dark green, toothed, ciliated leaves are egg-shaped and have a convincingly spicy flavour.

Growth
Bushy.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Seed
Sowing outdoors from March to July.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
- Harvest: In the period from May to October - Sowing outdoors: From March to July.

Care
It is advisable to dig irrigation trenches between the rows, as many vegetables should not be watered from above. In addition: Regular weeding prevents weeds from taking over the vegetables.

Use
Tubs, group planting, medicine, bee pasture, vegetable garden, consumption, salad, sauce/dip