Borage
August 10th 2009 09:23
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Herbs In My Garden
I have always grown a few herbs in my garden, but after working alongside an older person who looked much younger then their years, putting their good health down to eating FRESH herbs. I started to think maybe I was not including enough fresh herbs in my own diet so began my real interest in growing herbs.
BORAGE Borago officinalis, is a tall hairy leaved annual with vivid blue star shaped flowers. Growing in almost any well drained soil, borage loves sun and reseeds easily ensuring a constant supply. It is said to be one of the most important bee plants and is sometimes called bee bread and has a beneficial effect on strawberries when planted close by.
This herb originating from the south of Europe is related to comfrey, I think the leaves have a similar appearance. The flowers and leaves had many uses in drinks and salads though I have read that it is no longer recomended to be taken internally as it contains toxins. The flowers do dry well and would add a nice touch in pot pourris.
The early Greeks had a motto I borage bring always courage and mediaeval ladies sometimes embroidered the flower on pennants of knights.
I love the colour this pretty flowering plant brings to my garden at this time of the year.
BORAGE Borago officinalis, is a tall hairy leaved annual with vivid blue star shaped flowers. Growing in almost any well drained soil, borage loves sun and reseeds easily ensuring a constant supply. It is said to be one of the most important bee plants and is sometimes called bee bread and has a beneficial effect on strawberries when planted close by.
The early Greeks had a motto I borage bring always courage and mediaeval ladies sometimes embroidered the flower on pennants of knights.
I love the colour this pretty flowering plant brings to my garden at this time of the year.
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