White-flowered borage (Borago officinalis var. alba) - seeds

White-flowered borage (Borago officinalis var. alba) - seeds

Origin: Austria
Harvest: 2023
Germination period: approx. 3-5 weeks

Each packet contains approx. 10 seeds!

Sowing instructions:

The right time to sow your Borago officinalis alba seeds is crucial to ensure optimum growth. Choose early spring for sowing, when the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed up. Here are the steps for successful sowing:

1. Choice of location: Find a sunny location with well-drained soil for your borage plants. Borago officinalis alba thrives best in full sun or light shade.
2. Soil preparation: Loosen the soil and remove weeds and large stones. Borago officinalis alba prefers a slightly acidic to neutral soil. If necessary, you can improve the soil with a little compost or organic fertilizer.
3. Sowing: Sprinkle the seeds evenly over the prepared area and cover them lightly with a thin layer of soil. Press the soil down gently to ensure good soil contact.
4. Irrigation: Keep the soil moist, but not wet, during the germination phase. Take care not to dry out or drown the seeds.

Tips and tricks:

• Regular watering: Borago officinalis alba needs regular watering, especially during dry periods. However, avoid standing water to prevent root rot.
• Thinning: When the seedlings have reached an appropriate size, thin them out to make room for growth and improve air circulation.
• Harvest time: The delicate, white flowers of the borage plant are edible and can add a decorative touch to salads, drinks or desserts. Harvest the flowers when they are fully open for the best flavor.

Worth knowing:

• Borago officinalis alba, also known as white borage, is a variation of the traditional blue borage plant and is characterized by its delicate white flowers.
• The flowers are not only decorative, but also edible and have a mild, slightly sweet taste. They are a popular ingredient in salads, desserts and drinks.
• Borago officinalis alba is also an excellent plant for bees and other pollinators, which are attracted by the rich nectar sources.

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Important:

• Despite constant quality controls (checking the germination quality, storage ability, etc. of the plant seeds, etc.). we can unfortunately none Warranty on the germination of our seeds give - too many different factors in the context of cultivation / conditions - can prevent successful germination.
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