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When to Plant Borage in Carrington, North Dakota (58421)

Location

Carrington, North Dakota

ZIP Code

58421

USDA Zone

4a

Last Frost

Friday, May 15, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, May 22, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Borage directly outdoors 1 week after your last frost date — it needs warm soil.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Borago officinalis
Days to Maturity 60 days
Mature Height 18-36"
Spread 24"
Type Annual

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Moderate

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Spacing

18" apart

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Planting Depth

0.5" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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Growing Borage in Zone 4a

Borage (Borago officinalis) is a popular garden vegetable. In Carrington, North Dakota, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, May 22, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, May 15, 2026. Borage grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.