Borage can reach a height of up to 24 inches. Its flowers are violet-blue and star-shaped, while its fruit is a dark brown, ribbed nutlet filled with four seeds. Interestingly, the stem and leaves ...

Tip: Plant borage near your vegetable garden or fruit trees to encourage better pollination. You’ll likely see an increase in the yield of crops like tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers.

Minnesota has been conducting experiments to see whether planting pollinator-attractive flowers like borage can improve ...