{"product_id":"borage","title":"Borage seeds","description":"\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:4c2ce895-070b-4de0-88c3-939badc1dd71-44\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-90\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"86723750-2a2c-43ef-8176-1f79e3c16ccd\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"333\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"75\"\u003ebeautiful aromatic annual\u003c\/strong\u003e is known for its bright blue star-shaped flowers and leaves with a slight cucumber flavor. Both the flowers and leaves are edible, making borage an excellent addition to salads, summer drinks, or as a decorative garnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"335\" data-end=\"621\"\u003eHighly attractive to pollinators, borage is particularly popular with bees and helps improve garden health and productivity. This low-maintenance plant readily self-seeds, allowing you to plant it once and enjoy it for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"858\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"653\"\u003eWhere to Grow Borage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eBorage thrives in zones 3 to 9, in full sun and well-drained soil. It easily adapts to flower beds, borders, and containers, making it a very versatile plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"896\"\u003eHistory and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"899\"\u003eOriginally from the Mediterranean region, borage has been cultivated for centuries for its culinary, medicinal, and ornamental uses. Traditionally, it was associated with relaxation and courage, and its leaves and flowers were used in herbal teas and remedies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1553\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1229\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1246\"\u003eZones 8–9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow directly outdoors in early spring or late fall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eZones 5–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors in late winter and transplant after the last frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1553\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1435\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003eZones 3–4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow outdoors after the last frost or start indoors for earlier flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Borage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 1–2 cm (0.5–1 in) deep, spacing plants 30–45 cm (12–18 in) apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water moderately during establishment; once mature, the plant tolerates drought well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick young leaves for best texture and flavor. Harvest flowers as they bloom for fresh or dried use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow plants to self-seed naturally to ensure their continued presence in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for Seed Harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllow to flower and go to seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the flowers form capsules and dry on the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick seed heads when they are dry and brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying and cleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spread seed heads in a ventilated area for complete drying, then gently crush them to release the seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place; viability up to 5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Certificate No. 1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644645728624,"sku":"MF-HERB-001","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/Borage_Plant_Primary.jpg?v=1776549595","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-us\/products\/borage","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}