Myosotis scorpioides
water forget-me-not ( syn. Myosotis palustris )
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: deep, fertile, moist soil or aquatic compost
- Depth of water: 0-10cm
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: June to July
- Hardiness: fully hardy
This adaptable perennial loves moist soils, so it can either be grown along the edges of a pond or in a bog garden. Spreading by creeping rhizomes to form a low clump of attractive leafy cover, it comes into its own in early summer when the sprays of small, bright blue flowers appear. - Garden care: Plant straight out into reliably moist soil, or potted into an aquatic planting basket (using aquatic compost) and sink into shallow water. Divide overly large or congested clumps in spring.
- CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin & eye irritant