An annual flowering herb with bristly leaves (that deter snails and slugs) and deep lilac star shaped flowers that attract every bee and gin and tonic drinker from miles around

When to Plant
Zone 1: October - April
Zone 2: September - May
Zone 3: Anytime
Zone 4: Anytime

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Soil Ensure your soil is nutrient rich so prepare it with fresh manure and compost a fortnight before planting. Likes a well-drained soil type.

Soil pH Level 6.5-7.0

Position Loves full sun but won’t mind a little afternoon shading.

How to Plant Sow directly into your patch when daytime temperatures regularly surpass 18-20 degrees. If still too cold, propagate in seed trays and transplant when conditions have improved.

Spacing 40-50cms

Depth 0.5-1cm

Companion Plants  Borage will attract an array of pollinators through their vivid, bright flowers

Approximate no. of seeds  60

Note: We source all of our seeds locally and in small batches to ensure they remain at their maximum viability for germination