Borage
Borago officinalis · Borage · Borage family
Also known as: Starflower · Bee Bread
Very easy30–70cmNot pet-safeEdible
Borage care at a glance
Borage (Borago officinalis) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Annual
Pests, Diseases, Toxicity & Weather on Borage
Possible pests on Borage include Aphids and Slugs and snails. Possible diseases include Powdery mildew and Crown rot. Borage is toxic to cats, dogs and humans. Mainly leaves and the sap are toxic, while leaves and flowers can be eaten.
Pest
- Aphids Medium
- Slugs and snails Low
Disease
- Powdery mildew Medium
- Crown rot Medium
Toxicity
- Tannins & mucilage Medium
- Pyrrolizidine alkaloids Medium
Weather
- Frost damage High
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Frequently asked questions about Borage
- Which pests affect Borage?
- Possible pests on Borage include Aphids and Slugs and snails.
- Which diseases affect Borage?
- Possible diseases include Powdery mildew and Crown rot.
- Is Borage toxic to cats and dogs?
- Borage is toxic to cats, dogs and humans. Mainly leaves and the sap are toxic, while leaves and flowers can be eaten.
- How much water does Borage need?
- Borage has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Borage need?
- Borage prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Borage frost-hardy?
- Borage is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around -10 °C.
- Can you eat Borage?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves and flowers. Other parts (leaves and the sap) are toxic, though.