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Borago Species, Pygmy Borage, Slender Borage

Boragopygmaea

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Genus
Borago (bor-AH-go)
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Species
pygmaea (pig-MAY-uh)
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Synonym
Anchusa laxiflora
Borago laxiflora
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Shiny/Glossy
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Dark Blue
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Blooms repeatedly
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Category
Annuals
Herbs
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow outdoors in fall
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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