Forget-Me-Not Seeds
Myosotis Sylvatica 'Blue Ball'
hues of light blue petalled flowers that love the shade.
A symbol of fidelity and eternal love, Forget-Me-Not exudes the delicate nature of love with blue petals on soft velvety foliage. Bearing dense clusters of small pale flowers they are ideal for planting in garden beds, under tall beauties or in a shady spot. One of the first to flower, they are a sign of spring arriving.
Approx 200 seeds
- Pot Fans
- Most Light Conditions
- Pollinator-Friendly
- Edible Flowers
Forget-Me-Not Seeds – Quick Growing Guide
Forget-me-not seeds (Myosotis sylvatica) produce charming blue flowers that thrive in shaded areas. Sow from March to September for early spring blooms. These shade-loving, pollinator-friendly flowers prefer moist soil and partial shade, making them perfect for adding delicate colour to gardens and containers.
How to Sow, Grow and Harvest Forget-Me-Not Seeds
- Sow:March–September, direct or in pots
- Germination:7–14 days
- Grow:Partial shade in moist, well-drained soil
- Water:Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
- Harvest:Flowers appear early spring; pick for fresh displays
- Best for:Pots, beds, windowsills
Forget-Me-Nots are a symbol of fidelity and everlasting love, with soft velvety foliage and clusters of small blue flowers. Ideal for planting in garden beds, under taller plants, or in shady areas, they brighten your garden early in the season and support pollinators.
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How to Grow
Forget-Me-Not seeds are best sown outdoors in containers or garden beds during spring or autumn, where they thrive in partial shade. These biennial plants prefer moist, well-drained soil and will reward you with delicate blue blooms in early spring. Starting them in situ during March to May or August to September aligns with their natural growing cycle.
Sowing
Sprinkle the seeds thinly on warm, damp, well-drained soil and gently pat them down to ensure good soil contact. Keep the soil consistently moist to encourage germination during the sowing months of March through May and August through September.
Growing
Once seedlings emerge, thin them to avoid overcrowding, allowing enough space for the plants to reach their mature size within a 25 cm pot or garden bed. This thinning supports healthy growth and the development of their charming blue flowers during the growing season from April to July.
Plant care
Water Forget-Me-Nots regularly to maintain moist soil, especially during dry spells, as they prefer consistent moisture without waterlogging. Deadhead spent flowers to promote prolonged blooming and prevent unwanted self-seeding. Their low-maintenance nature means they largely look after themselves once established in partial shade.
About Forget-Me-Not
Thrives in most light conditions, early flowering, and attracts pollinators.
- Pot Fans
- Most Light Conditions
- Pollinator-Friendly
- Edible Flowers
History of Forget-Me-Not
Legend tells of lovers by the Danube riverbank where the name originated. When the man lost the flowers in the water, he called out to his love to 'forget me not,' inspiring this charming flower’s name.
| Other Names | Garden forget me not and Wood forget me not |
|---|---|
| Pet/Baby Safe | Non-toxic |
FAQs
Sow outdoors in spring or autumn for best results.
They prefer partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Yes, they often self-seed and return year after year.