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Growing Borage in Zone 10a

Zone 10a has a year-round growing season. Borage can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Feb 20. First frost: Dec 1.

Planting Calendar

Outdoor
Harvest
Feb 6Dec 1

Season: Feb 20 – Dec 1 (284 days)

Zone10a
Last FrostFeb 20
First FrostDec 1
Season Length284 days
Days to Harvest55
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceLight
Spacing18/sqft

When to Plant Borage in Zone 10a

Sow Seeds Outdoors: Feb 6

Direct sow Borage seeds outdoors around Feb 6. Soil temperature should be at least 50°F. Space at 18/sqft.

Harvest: Apr 2

First harvest approximately Apr 2 (~55 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 1).

Companion Planting

✅ Strawberries✅ Tomatoes✅ Squash✅ Cucumbers

Plan Your Borage Garden

Track Borage from seed to harvest with personalized frost dates, watering recommendations, and companion planting visualization.

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