How to Grow and Care for Common borage

Common borage, also known as Starflower, Beebread, Cool tankard, Talewort, Tailwort, Bee's bread

Common borage thrives in well-draining soil and full sunlight to partial shade. It's vital to ensure moderate watering, as common borage is drought-tolerant but does not like to be waterlogged. Special care includes pinching off the tops to promote bushier growth and monitoring for mildew, which common borage can be prone to in humid conditions.

Watering schedule: Twice per week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

Toxic to Pets

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Planting and Growing Common borage

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Annual, Biennial, Perennial
Watering Schedule	Twice per week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	2-11
Toxicity	Toxic to Pets

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Common borage is characterized by its vibrant, star-shaped blue flowers and coarse leaves that exhibit a striking gray-green hue. The foliage is distinctive with its wrinkled appearance and bristly texture, and is indeed edible. It thrives in the generous light of full sun, yet it remains resilient under the mild stress of partial shade. Adaptable to various ground conditions, common borage grows well even in soils that are less than fertile. This annual favors a hearty mix of sunlight and a tolerant range of soil types for optimal growth.