When to plant Borage in Nantucket County, MA
Aim to plant Borage in Nantucket County on or after March 29; the window stays open through April 19. Nantucket County's 206-day frost-free season gives you enough for a full main crop and a short fall succession. A second sowing from August 26 to September 9 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Borage in Nantucket County, MA
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.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 12 and the first fall frost is November 4, giving you a growing season of approximately 206 days.
At an elevation of 632 feet, Nantucket County receives approximately 48 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Borage during the growing season.
Nantucket County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Borage Planting Timeline — Nantucket County, MA
Borage Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 8 | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 5 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Direct Sow | March 29 | Mar 29 – Apr 19 |
| Harvest | May 31 | May 31 – Jul 19 |
| Fall Sowing | August 26 | Aug 26 – Sep 9 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Harvest |
| 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 7b
📆 Growing Season
206 days in Nantucket County
Growing Tips for Nantucket County
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 Nantucket County, MA?
Nantucket County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of April 12. Plan your Borage planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Nantucket County, MA?
Nantucket County, Massachusetts is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is April 12 and first fall frost is November 4.
When should I plant Borage in Nantucket County, MA?
In Nantucket County, MA, plant Borage after the last frost (around April 12) and before the first frost (around November 4). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Nantucket County, MA for Borage?
Nantucket County sits in USDA Zone 7b. Borage grows reliably in zones 3a through 11b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Borage grow in Nantucket County's climate?
Yes — Borage grows well in Nantucket County's temperate climate. Nantucket County averages a 206-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 12 and first frost around November 4.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Nantucket County (Zone 7b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.