Borage
Borage
Couldn't load pickup availability
(Borago officinalis) 80 days. Borage is a bushy herb with bright blue edible flowers. The plant has been used to attract bumble bee pollinators to garden plots. The leaves can be used sparingly to add a cucumber-like flavor in salads, or for flavoring cool drinks. Plants fade in deep summer heat and humidity, but can be reseeded for late summer/early fall harvest. Medicinal: Seeds contain over 20% GLA (gamma-Linolenic acid) which is extracted and used commercially as an economical substitute for evening primrose oil. Pkt (1 g, 56 seeds) Annual. Germination: 70°F, light required, 10 days. Transplant or direct seed. Full sun. 24-36 in. tall.
Good to start from seed in these months:
North Florida: February-May, September-November
Central Florida: January-May, September-December
South Florida: January-May, September-December
Open Pollinated Heirloom Seeds Selected To Thrive
Open Pollinated Heirloom Seeds Selected To Thrive
This is a curated collection of seeds I have found to grow well in Florida over the years. It is designed to take the overwhelm and thought process out of figuring out which varieties to select that will actually grow well here.
Some of the seed is saved from myself and other small local growers for harder to source varieties that you can't find online.
The majority of the seed varieties will come from dedicated seed supply companies like Working Food or Southern Exposure Seed Exchange to keep up with demand. We always prioritize localized seed sources which have a sustainable and equitable business model.
Eco-Friendly Packaging
Eco-Friendly Packaging
Each seed pack is printed with non-toxic algae ink on 100% post-consumer waste paper.
The packaging is recyclable or compostable once the mailing sticker is removed.
Seeds curated for Florida & subtropical climates
Trusted by 100,000+ gardeners
Perfect for beginners & small spaces
