Boraginaceae
water forget-me-not: Ground Cover Plant
Myosotis scorpioides
Requires constantly moist to waterlogged soil and a location in full sun or partial shade. Ideal for the edges of garden ponds.
Every 2 days
Partial shade
-25° - 28°C
60% - 95%
Categories
What is water forget-me-not?
water forget-me-not (Myosotis scorpioides) is a medium-care plant from the Boraginaceae family. Myosotis scorpioides, known as the water forget-me-not, is a perennial herb that grows on the banks of watercourses, in wetlands, and in damp meadows. It is characterized by small, bright blue flowers with a yellow eye that bloom in rich cymes. Its stems range from decumbent to ascending, and the le...
water forget-me-not grows up to 60cm, spread of 40cm, watering every 2 days, -25°C – 28°C, 60–95% humidity. It is not suitable for indoor environments and not safe for pets.
Without precautions, ingestion can cause irritation in pets. Keep out of reach of cats and dogs.
How to Care for water forget-me-not?
TLDR: water forget-me-not needs Partial shade, watering every 2 days, and temperatures between -25-28°C with 60-95% humidity.
How Often Should You Water water forget-me-not?
Never let the substrate dry out. The plant can even stand in shallow water up to a depth of 5-10 cm.
How Much Light Does water forget-me-not Need?
Thrives best in full sun if it has enough water, but in hot regions, it appreciates afternoon partial shade.
What Is the Best Soil for water forget-me-not?
The soil must be nutrient-rich and capable of retaining high moisture, ideally muddy.
What Pot Should You Use for water forget-me-not?
Waterproof containers or aquatic plant baskets placed directly into the shallows of a pond.
Care Schedule
Fertilize
Every 30 days
What Is water forget-me-not and Where Does It Come From?
Myosotis scorpioides, known as the water forget-me-not, is a perennial herb that grows on the banks of watercourses, in wetlands, and in damp meadows. It is characterized by small, bright blue flowers with a yellow eye that bloom in rich cymes. Its stems range from decumbent to ascending, and the leaves have an oblong shape.
How to Propagate water forget-me-not?
Division
- Perform division in early spring before the plant begins to bloom intensely.
- 1 Removing the plant
Carefully dig up a mature clump of the plant from the ground or remove it from its basket.
- 2 Division
Using your hands or a sharp knife, divide the root ball into several smaller sections, each having its own roots and shoots.
- 3 Planting
Plant the new sections immediately in the desired moist location and water thoroughly.
Materials needed:
Sowing seeds
- Seeds need light to germinate, so do not bury them deep in the ground.
- 1 Seed collection
After flowering, collect the black seeds from the ripe fruits.
- 2 Sowing
Sow the seeds directly onto the surface of moist soil in the fall.
- 3 Germination
Seeds will germinate after overwintering in the cold during the following spring.
Materials needed:
How Big Does water forget-me-not Grow?
TLDR: water forget-me-not can reach up to 60cm tall with Medium growth rate.
Max height
60cm
Spread
40cm
Growth rate
Medium
Foliage
Deciduous
Warning: Toxic Plant
This plant can be toxic if ingested. Keep out of reach of:
Plant Uses
Ornamental
Great for decoration
Ground Cover
Soil coverage
Medicinal Uses
- In folk medicine, it was previously used against coughs and lung diseases; however, today it is not recommended due to its alkaloid content.
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Meaning & Symbolism
A symbol of fidelity, true love, and memories. According to legend, it received its name from a knight who was picking it for his lady and fell into the water.
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