The non-toxic borage, dosed in moderation, is less suitable for the small herb bed. But where is a suitable location and what characteristics should it have?
Let feelings of home arise
The location should be based on the home of the borage. This spice plant originally comes from the Mediterranean region, where it self-sows with the help of its seeds. For this reason, borage needs and loves warmth… It can handle brief dry periods well.
Borage - a sunbather who loves the humidity
Borage likes to overgrow other herbs and therefore needs a generous, full sun to shade location. He feels uncomfortable in the shade. The underlying substrate should be slightly sandy and also have the following characteristics:
- humorous
- nutritious
- wet
- calcareous
tips and tricks
Do not plant borage in a window box. Since it develops a deep taproot, this is not a suitable location for it.
KKF