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Borage 'Bill Archer'

Borago officinalis

Bill Archer is a variety of Borage which is a member of the Borago family. Its botanical name is Borago officinalis 'Bill Archer'.

A variegated leaf, mottled yellow and green.

This variety is an Herb that typically grows as an Annual, which is defined as a plant that matures and completes its lifecycle over the course of a single year. Bill Archer is known for growing to a height of approximately 1.98 feet (that's 61.0 cm in metric) with a forb-like habit.

Bill Archer Borage is normally quite a low maintenance plant and is normally very easy to grow - great for beginner gardeners!

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How to grow Borage 'Bill Archer'

  • Full Sun

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  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Bill Archer is generally regarded as a hardy plant, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures.

Growing Bill Archer from seed

Sow 0.5 inches (1.27 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 11.7 inches (30.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 20°C / 68°F.

Transplanting Bill Archer

Bill Archer is hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Bill Archer

Borage 'Bill Archer' information

How long does Bill Archer take to grow?

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Other Names for Borage 'Bill Archer'

Variegated

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