Borage
Common Name: Borage
Genus: Borago
Species: officinalis
Cultivar: Alba
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Acidic, Dry, Sandy
Height: 60cm
Spread: 80cm
Time to prune: August to September
Flowering period:
June
to
October
Borage has a long and interesting history in English gardens. It's mentioned within Shakespeare's plays as a herb 'for courage' and even today it is still brewed into tea which is said to alleviate a wide range of ailments. Its rough, hairy leaves are edible and have a light, cucumber-like taste. The white flowers are also edible and add an unusual touch to summer salads! It grows easily in all soils, although the plant does prefer lighter, more acidic soils. As with many herbs, it can be slightly invasive if left unchecked, so cut the plant back fairly hard after flowering.
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