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Borago pygmaea
Also Known As
- Anchusa laxiflora
- Borago laxiflora
- Slender Borage
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 6"-24"
planting zones
- 9b-11
Borago pygmaea plant details
Borago pygmaea is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular - low water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Borago pygmaea
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: boraginaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in fall, spring and summer
- Uses: border plant, cottage garden, self-sowing
GROWING CONDITIONS for Borago pygmaea
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Dainty light blue star flowers are displayed most of Summer on this little prostrate Borago from Corsica. Very pretty, it prefers shade & will re-seed when happy
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Gardening facts about Borago pygmaea plant
How to Grow Borago pygmaea
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular - low
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Borago for your garden
aka Starflower, White Borage
Plant Type
Annual / Biennial
Zones
1-12
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
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