Description: We are proud to welcome you to The Green Grove Garden. We have been active farmers and plant propagators for a number of years, and we specialized in the production of plant plugs, or basically miniature seedlings, for our on farm use. As such, we learned a great deal about seedling production and also the proper storage, handling and identification of quality seeds through intensive hands on experience. Consequently, we're excited to be able to offer you the finest and freshest seeds available. Here is another of our favorite offerings: 200+ BORAGE SEEDS AUTUMN HERB GARDEN PEST REPELLENT BLUE STAR FLOWER NON-GMO USA * Borage is a multipurpose herb that is essential in the Fall garden!* Our non-GMO borage is reported to be highly effective at repelling pests like hornworms and cabbage worms. It is used as a companion plant for tomatoes!* Heirloom borage is like a magnet to pollinators like hummingbirds, bees and butterflies.* Borage seeds produce an oil that is high in Omegas and could possibly be one of the healthiest oils among plants. * Our borage is Non-GMO and a very easy plant to grow in the garden or in containers.* Interestingly, the leaves of this Non-GMO borage have a cucumber like flavor and are a nice addition to salads and other dishes.* This beautiful half-hardy annual has gorgeous star shaped blue flowers that some grow just for ornamental appeal. * Its blue flowers, which have a sweet, honey like flavor, are used for desserts, flavoring a number of ethnic foods such as Italian, German, Spanish etc... * European herbalists use borage for internal and external use. It's been a standby for homeopathic remedies with potential adaptogenic, demulcent, diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties. * Borage contains GLA an Omega-6 fatty acid that is the most potent Omega-6 found in nature. There are numerous other beneficial properties that Borage possesses! * In the garden borage is used as a companion plant for tomatoes as it deters the tomato worm and is thus a natural pest control. * It's also a great companion for beans and peas because of its long tap root that mines the soil for nutrients and deposits them in the region that shallow rooted plants can utilize. * Many report that borage attracts beneficial insects to the garden!* Always consult a Physician before consuming borage for medicinal reasons. We also offer numerous other complementary herbs, vegetables and flowers for the garden. We periodically run various specials so please look to see if we have any volume discounts available.Customer Service:Your success is our success. If you feel like you cannot leave us a 5 star rating or if you have any issues with your order, like damaged or wrong items etc...just send us a note and we'll promptly resolve the issue for you. Free Shipping:Seeds are packaged in a small poly bag. In an effort to keep costs low, and pass the savings onto you, we do not offer specific planting directions on seed packets. If you cannot locate planting instructions for your specific conditions, contact us and we'll do our best to instruct you on the proper methods. Thank-you for your support!
Price: 3.99 USD
Location: Greenville, Michigan
End Time: 2024-07-28T20:34:17.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Days to Germination: 7-14
Climate: Cold, Dry, Sub-tropical, Temperate, Highland, Humid Continental, Humid Subtropical, Marine West Coast, Mediterranean
Common Name: Borage
Color: Blue, Green
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
Growth Habit: Clumping
USDA Hardiness Zone (°F): 3 (-40 to -30 °F)
Soil Type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Peat, Sand, Silt
Days to Maturity: 50-80
Brand: The Green Grove Garden
Season of Interest: Fall, Spring, Summer
Soil pH: 6-7
Life Cycle: Annual
Type: Herb Seeds
Watering: Medium
Scientific Name: Borago officinalis
Planting Depth: 1/4"
Genus: Borago
Foliage: Semi-evergreen
Sunlight: Partial Shade, Full Sun, Medium Sun
Features: Air Purifying, Edible, Fast Growing, Flowering, Open-Pollinating, Potted, Heirloom, Fresh, Pest Repellent, Bug Repelling, Herb, Pollinators, Garden, Hummingbirds, Vegetable, Free Shipping
Cultivating Difficulty: Easy
Species: B. officinalis
