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When to Plant Borage in Moclips, Washington (98562)

Location

Moclips, Washington

ZIP Code

98562

USDA Zone

9a

Last Frost

Friday, February 20, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, February 27, 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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Get your seeds now so they're ready by Friday, February 27, 2026.

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Growing Borage in Zone 9a

Borage (Borago officinalis) is a popular garden vegetable. In Moclips, Washington, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, February 27, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, February 20, 2026. Borage grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.