Borago officinalis 'Alba'
- Loved by Pollinators
- Self-sows
- Good for Cutting
- Loved by Garden Birds
- Scented
- Pefect for Pots
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Super productive variety
Easy to grow
A white-flowered borage which makes a pretty and simple cut flower, as well as a good companion plant and edible flower
- Loved by Pollinators
- Self-sows
- Good for Cutting
- Loved by Garden Birds
- Scented
- Pefect for Pots
Product details
- Type
- Hardy Annual
- Position
- Kitchen Garden
- Soil
- Broad Tolerance
- Flowers
- June - September, 10-12 weeks from spring sowing. Pick flowers before they are fully open for adding to salads and recipes. Cut back by half in midsummer to encourage reblooming.
- Height
- 60cm (24in)
- Common name
- White Borage
- Moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- Full Sun
- Spread
- 60cm (24in)
- Cultivation
- Sow under cover in spring, cover lightly. Keep moist and warm. Pot on into individual modules or pots to grow on in a light, frost-free place. Harden off before planting out in late spring. Very successful from direct sowings April-July.
Care Tips
Prolifically self-sows so you won't need to sow again. Borage is often cited as being a powerful companion plant in the kitchen garden, especially near strawberries, cucumbers, gourds, tomatoes, and cabbage. Its flowers are edible.
Flowering Time
June - September, 10-12 weeks from spring sowing. Pick flowers before they are fully open for adding to salads and recipes. Cut back by half in midsummer to encourage reblooming.
