Borage uses

Borage is an easy-to-grow plant that attracts pollinators, tolerates poor soil, and can be used both as a vegetable and medicinal herb. The lovely edible flowers make a gorgeous garnish on desserts. Find out about growing and using borage. | companion plants | herbalism | edible landscaping |

There are a great many reasons why you should consider growing borage in your garden. It is useful both while it is in growth, and as a crop for harvesting.

Borage [Borago officinalis] (1878), by Edward Hulme (1841-1909), published in “Familiar Wild Flowers”.

Borage - The "Heart Comforting” Herb | Herbal Academy | Every wondered about borage? If so, learn some fun ways to use it here!

Not only are its striking star-shaped flowers picturesque to look at, but borage is an excellent companion plant that helps other plants to thrive, and it is entirely edible from stem to flower. Follow our guide to learn about borage uses, benefits, and companion planting advantages. #companionplanting #growingborage

Refreshing borage tea is a cooling drink that's perfect over ice on a hot day, or warm in winter for addressing fevers or coughs. The preferred method is cold infusion, but you can also make it with hot water or as a sun tea.

Botanical Name: Borago officinalis L. Other Common Names: Burrage, beebread, star-flower, talewort, hjulkrone (Danish), bourrache (French), gurkenkraut (German), borraja (Spanish). Habitat: Borage is endemic to the Mediterranean region but has spread from there to other parts of Europe and North America. The herb has for ages been cultivated as a garden plant for its ornamental value, health benefits, medical effects and as a source of nectar for bees. It thrives best in a calcareous and…

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Harvesting borage is simple: Just snip off the leaves before they become too tough and bristly, and clip off the flowers before they are fully open. To preserve borage, either dry it or freeze it.