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Central Maryland / BowieLocal Bowie-area baseline| Growing needs |  BorageBorago officinalis | |
|---|---|---|
| Plant type | Medicinal Plants | Choose a plant above |
| Sunlight | Sun to part shade | Choose a plant above |
| Spacing | Check the cultivar and planting guide | Choose a plant above |
| Soil pH | 6.0–7.0 | Choose a plant above |
| Water | Even moisture; avoid saturation | Choose a plant above |
| Planting window | See planting guidance | Choose a plant above |
| Best fit | Choose sun to part shade, drained soil with steady moisture, and space to check the crop regularly. Establish in spring or early fall while soil is workable and moisture can be maintained. | Choose a plant above |
| Considerations | Allow space for rough leaves and manage seedlings; pyrrolizidine alkaloids make medicinal ingestion inappropriate here. Historical use does not establish efficacy or safety; plant parts, preparations, allergies, pregnancy, and drug interactions matter. | Choose a plant above |
| Explore | Open guide & availability |