When to Plant Borage in Rimouski, QC
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.
Rimouski, Quebec is in USDA Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 4 and the first fall frost is October 11, giving you a growing season of approximately 160 days.
At an elevation of 114 feet, Rimouski receives approximately 31.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly gray-brown podzol soil. Summer highs average 73°F, so choose short-season varieties of Borage to ensure they mature before fall.
Rimouski Soil Profile
Soil Type
Gray-Brown Podzol
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Borage Planting Timeline — Rimouski, QC
Borage Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 30 | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 27 | Apr 27 – May 11 |
| Direct Sow | April 20 | Apr 20 – May 11 |
| Harvest | June 22 | Jun 22 – Aug 10 |
| Fall Sowing | August 2 | Aug 2 – Aug 16 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | — |
| 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 5a
📆 Growing Season
160 days in Rimouski
Growing Tips for Rimouski
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 Rimouski, QC?
Rimouski is in Zone 5a with an average last frost of May 4. Plan your Borage planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Rimouski, QC?
Rimouski, Quebec is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a. The average last spring frost is May 4 and first fall frost is October 11.
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