Borage originates from the Mediterranean Area and it has a fresh and slightly cucumber-like flavour. It's well-known and used in herbal medicin for it's fortifying and diuretic properties. This herb is also used in dishes. The attractive blue flowers are used for decoration. The grey-green, hairy leaves are finely sliced and used in salads and with fish. It can also be added to soups and sauces at the last moment to prevent flavour loss. This decorative and attractive plant with it's striking blue flowers and grey-green leaves and stem is also loved by bees. Annual. Height: 45-90 cm.