what grows well New York, NY · Zone 7b change
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Borage

Borage

Borago officinalis
Still time — sow lateherb

Self-seeding annual herb with star-shaped blue flowers and cucumber-flavored leaves. Excellent pollinator plant.

In Zone 7b, right now
Still time to plant — it should mature before frost

The usual direct sow window (Mid March – Late April) has closed, but with about 55 days to harvest there's still enough season left. Get it in now.

Edible?
Yes — herb — leaves & stems
Small space?
Yes, in a pot
Sun
Full sun (6+ hrs)
Comes back yearly?
No — replant each year
Harvest in
55 days

Ways to plant it

Direct sow Past the ideal window — still time
Mid March – Late April
Plant seeds straight into the ground (or a container) outdoors.

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New York, NY
Near ZIP 10002 · USDA Zone 7b
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