Common forget-me-not

Common forget-me-not Myosotis

What is the plant

Myosotis is a genus of flowering plants in the family Boraginaceae. In the northern hemisphere they are colloquially denominated forget-me-nots or Scorpion grasses. The colloquial name "Forget-me-Not" was first used through King Henry IV of England.

Forget-me-nots are a group of about 50 species in the genus Myosotis which is part of the Boraginacae family. Most have racemes of small, flat, bright blue flowers (some varieties of white and pink), with five petals growing thickly on their stems. Myosotis is a Greek name meaning “mouse-ear” and was given to the plant because of the shape of the small leaves. Both the annual and perennial are native to Eurasia.

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Lighting

Part Sun

Hardiness zone

max 8b

Difficulty

Medium

Water
Growing forget-me-nots will include watering those planted in drier areas. the true forget-me-not plant, myosotis scorpioides ( myosotis palustris ), is native to the united states, making it a low maintenance addition to the landscape.
Sunlight
All plants require light for photosynthesis, the process within a plant that converts light, oxygen and water into carbohydrates (energy). Plants require this energy in order to grow, bloom and produce seed. Without adequate light, carbohydrates cannot be manufactured, the energy reserves are depleted and plants die. They need 12-14 hours of indirect sunlight.
Fertilizer
Mix the recommended amount of liquid fertilizer and water in a watering can. Then simply pour the mix into the soil as if you're watering the plant.

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Soil
The ideal blend of soil for plant growth is called loam. Often referred to as topsoil or black dirt by landscape companies, loam is a mixture of sand, clay, and silt.
Pruning
Trim out dead and damaged leaves any time, pinching off or cutting off each of those leaves at its base. Avoid cutting into a plant's main stems or its crown, which is where its leaves and roots meet.
Temperature
Preferred temperatures for planting are 68-72°F. Avoid freezing temperatures.

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Container
Whether it be plastic or clay, make sure the pot you select has drainage holes in the bottom to prevent over-watering.
Popularity
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