{"product_id":"borage-9cm","title":"Borago officinalis, Borage","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn annual herb with bristly stems, hairy leaves, and striking star-shaped blue flowers. Valued in herb gardens, companion planting, and for its edible leaves and flowers, it is easy to grow and highly attractive to pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Exposure: \u003c\/strong\u003eModerately wind-tolerant; tolerates mild coastal conditions if sheltered.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Size: \u003c\/strong\u003e60–100 cm tall; 30–50 cm wide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, moderately fertile soils; tolerates a wide range of garden soils.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Sun: \u003c\/strong\u003eFull sun for best flowering; tolerates partial shade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Flowering Time: \u003c\/strong\u003eSummer (typically June–September).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Culinary and medicinal; leaves and flowers are edible, used in salads, teas, and garnishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Wildlife Benefits: \u003c\/strong\u003eExcellent nectar source for bees and butterflies; leaves provide shelter for beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crooked Boot Farm","offers":[{"title":"9cm","offer_id":62415859876189,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0545\/8421\/3695\/files\/20241013_100155.jpg?v=1771323859","url":"https:\/\/crookedbootfarm.ie\/products\/borage-9cm","provider":"Crooked Boot Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}