Is Borage safe for baby-led weaning?

Yes, Borage is safe for baby-led weaning from 12 months old with appropriate preparation. Choking risk is low.

What age can babies eat Borage?

Babies can start eating Borage from 12 months old. With baby-led weaning, preparation changes as your baby grows - spears for younger babies, small pieces as they develop their pincer grasp.

Is Borage a choking hazard for babies?

Borage has a low choking risk. It is generally considered safe with appropriate preparation.

Borage

Choking risk: low

Prep by age

12+ months

Petals only, remove the fuzzy center. Freeze in ice cubes for fun, or scatter on fruit. Mild cucumber taste.

Garden notes

Edible blue flowers with a cucumber-like flavor. Attracts pollinators and deters tomato hornworms. Excellent strawberry companion.

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