ReinSaat
Borage
- Annual medicinal plant
- Edible flowers in the shape of blue stars
- Edible leaves with a cucumber flavour
- - Prefers sunny or partially shaded positions, sheltered from the wind
- - Can be grown in pots
- - Plant height approx. 1m
Product description
Borage (Borago officinalis)
Borage is a plant native to the Mediterranean zone, but grown in many northern European gardens for its starshaped flowers and tasty leaves. Borage has a mild diuretic, anti-inflammatory, sedative and bactericidal effect. It is used both in the form of infusions and seed oil. Young, still hairless leaves can be added to the salad. Flowers are also edible so don’t hesitate to use them us cake or lemonade decoration.
Borage likes sunny or semi-shaded locations, sheltered from strong winds. Will grow great in nutrient-rich, moist but well-drained soil. It can also be grown in large pots on the balcony.
Characteristics
- Annual medicinal plant
- Edible flowers in the shape of blue stars
- Edible young leaves with a cucumber flavour
- Prefers sunny or partially shaded positions, sheltered from the wind
- Can be grown in pots
- Plant height approx. 1m
Cultivation
Sow for seedlings in March or April, into the ground from mid-March to June. Plants sown in the garden will sow by themselves come following year. Plant height is about 1m, and plants should be about 40cm apart to avoid disease.
Indirect Seeding: March, April
Direct Seeding/Planting: March, April, May, June
Adiditional Information
Thousand Grain Weight (TGW): 18,30g
Per serving: for approx. 60 plants
Brand: ReinSaat
Country of origin: Austria
Product code: REIN-025
EAN: 9120003554308
About ReinSaat
Organic seeds for beautiful crops
Reinsaat is an Austrian company that has been producing seeds certified with the Demeter sign, i.e. of the highest ecological quality, for over 20 years. In more than 30 centres located in different climatic zones in Austria and throughout Europe, Reinsaat is producing seeds that are adapted to local conditions and will turn into strong, resistant plants with high fertility. The company's employees pay special attention to the quality of the crops, their taste, aroma, appearance, and quantity. Reinsaat seeds are popular with organic farmers and are suitable for mass, home or even balcony production. What's more, they are GMO-free and fertile, which means that you will grow new plants next year from the seeds you harvest from your own crops. Reinsaat also collaborates with similar projects across Europe, contributing to the preservation of old plant varieties, building biodiversity and sustainable development, and is a member of the Kultursaat E.V.