Borago pygmaea
slender borage
A rosette-forming herbaceous perennial which is short-lived. Hairy, dark green leaves can be oval to lance shaped and loose clusters of pale blue bell-shaped flowers are produced on slim stems from early summer through to the autumn. Leaves can be used to flavour food or drinks
Other common names
bell-flowered borage
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue | Green | ||
| Autumn | Blue | Green | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Boraginaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Borago can be annuals or perennials, with coarsely hairy stems and simple leaves, with branched cymes of blue flowers
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Corsica, Sardinia
How to grow
Cultivation
Easy to grow in any reasonably drained soil in sun or partial shade. Dislikes transplanting
Propagation
Propagate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Leave to self-seed after flowering
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs and leaf-mining flies
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews
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