When to Plant Borage in Thompson-Nicola, BC
Borage is a self-seeding annual herb with star-shaped blue flowers that attract pollinators. Its leaves have a cucumber-like flavor and the flowers are edible.
Thompson-Nicola, British Columbia is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 16 and the first fall frost is November 2, giving you a growing season of approximately 200 days.
At an elevation of 1,131 feet, Thompson-Nicola receives approximately 63.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly podzolic loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Borage during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Borage root diseases.
Thompson-Nicola Soil Profile
Soil Type
Podzolic Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Borage Planting Timeline — Thompson-Nicola, BC
Borage Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 12 | Mar 12 – Mar 26 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 9 | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Direct Sow | April 2 | Apr 2 – Apr 23 |
| Harvest | June 4 | Jun 4 – Jul 23 |
| Fall Sowing | August 24 | Aug 24 – Sep 7 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | — |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Low — drought tolerant
📅 Days to Maturity
50–60 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 7a
📆 Growing Season
200 days in Thompson-Nicola
Growing Tips for Thompson-Nicola
Direct sow in spring as borage does not transplant well. Allow some plants to go to seed for next year. Young leaves are best; older leaves become bristly.
Companion Planting
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Borage in Thompson-Nicola, BC?
Thompson-Nicola is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 16. Plan your Borage planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Thompson-Nicola, BC?
Thompson-Nicola, British Columbia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 16 and first fall frost is November 2.
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