Happy Friday everyone. I spotted this flower in the Botanic Gardens Belfast and I loved its uniqueness. I have never seen this particular species before. I love the colour and find it a very uplifting flower. Have you ever seen a common borage?
Also known as beeplant or starflower. The edible leaves of common borage, said to have the fragrance and taste of cucumbers, are often used to make salads, soup, and sauces. Its blue, star-like flowers can also be used as an attractive drink garnish and as an ingredient in some gins (Picture This, 2022).
Never seen this flower but looks beautiful. Very curious about the taste though π
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Thanks Pooja. I think theyβre nice if you put them in drinks, must be quite aromatic.
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My pleasure.
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Beautiful places to visit and I just know it by the name “Starflower”. Lovely shade of blue.
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Thank you!
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Belfast botanic gardens are really lovely. I haven’t been there since 2015, but I hope they are still as well kept.
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They still look great. Thatβs amazing that you have been there.
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Very pretty. Have a wonderful weekend. π
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Thanks very much.
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This looks quite amazing π
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Ah thank you π
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