Product Description
Myosotis sylvatica 'Mon Amie Blue'
Common Name: Forget-Me-Not.
Zone 3 to 9,
Sun to shade, partial sun for best performance.
Plants reach 6 to 8 inches tall and 6 to 8 inches wide.
Herbaceous, self-seeding, short-lived perennial.
Clusters of light blue, yellow eye flowers cover a low mound of grey-green leaves. Seedlings can be transplant about 6 inches apart in the fall or very early spring.
Myosotis sylvatica 'Mon Amie Blue', also known as Forget-Me-Not 'Mon Amie Blue', is a charming and popular flowering plant loved for its delicate sky-blue blossoms and easy-going nature. It is a wonderful addition to gardens seeking a touch of springtime beauty and a nostalgic feel.
Key Features:
- True-blue flowers: Produces masses of small, sky-blue flowers with tiny yellow eyes. The color is a classic, gentle blue that evokes feelings of serenity.
- Compact habit: Grows in a compact, mounded form, typically reaching 6-12 inches tall and wide.
- Early bloomer: Flowers appear in mid- to late spring, bringing early color to the garden.
- Attracts pollinators: The flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies.
- Easy to grow: It is a relatively low-maintenance plant that is suitable for beginners.
Uses in the Garden:
- Borders and edging: Its compact size makes it ideal for lining walkways or the front of flower beds.
- Rock gardens: Thrives in well-drained soil and adds a soft touch to rocky landscapes.
- Cottage gardens: Its informal, spreading habit blends well with other cottage garden favorites.
- Woodland gardens: Its preference for partial shade makes it a good choice for woodland settings.
- Containers: Can be grown in pots to add color and charm to patios and balconies.
- Underplanting: Can be used to underplant taller plants like shrubs or roses.
Growing Tips:
- Sunlight: Plant in partial shade to full sun, although it prefers some shade during the hottest part of the day.
- Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained soil.
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry periods.
- Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
- Self-seeding: Allow some flowers to mature to seeds if you want the plant to self-sow and naturalize in your garden.
Myosotis sylvatica 'Mon Amie Blue' is a delightful and versatile plant that adds a touch of springtime magic to any garden. Its true-blue flowers, compact habit, and easy-going nature make it a beloved choice for gardeners of all levels.
Forget-Me-Not s are easily grown in organic, consistently moist, well-drained soils. Plants appreciate part afternoon shade in hot summer climates.
Attributes: Border, Containers, Cut Flower, Edging, Evergreen, in mass, Woodland. Deer; rabbit resistant. Attracts butterflies.
Ten (10) plants in quart containers per flat (or tray).
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
