Forget-Me-Not

Grow forget-me-nots in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0. A light compost dressing supplies adequate fertility; remove seedheads to control the vigorous self-sowing of this biennial.

Sun

Part shade

Water

Keep evenly moist

Spacing

8 in

First harvest

Biennial; blooms year 2

Tips

• Sow seeds with a light covering of soil and thin seedlings to about 8 inches apart.
• Water whenever the surface begins to dry so roots remain evenly moist, not waterlogged.
• Add a thin compost dressing before planting rather than using heavy fertilizer.
• Watch for powdery mildew and thin crowded seedlings to increase airflow.
• Pull or shear plants after flowering before seeds mature if you do not want them spreading.