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💙Edible FlowerModerate

Borage

Borago officinalis · Boraginaceae

Excellent for biodiversity systems

pH 6 – 7.5
15 – 30°C
50–70 days
Growth: moderate
High

Care Notes

Excellent for biodiversity systems

Health Benefits

Anti-inflammatory

Culinary Uses

Edible flowers

Root Behaviour

Moderate

Common Problems

Problems

Large growth space needed

Pests

Aphids

Deficiencies

Rare

Nutrient Demand

Low Demand

Suited to young or lightly-stocked systems

Compatible Systems

Media Bed

Tags

#edible-flower#pollinator#biodiversity#warm-season#companion-plant

Season

Summer

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