forget-me-not

Forget-me-not (Myosotis scorpioides 'Semperflorens') prefers moist, well-draining soil, and should be watered regularly. During the growing season, water the plant approximately once a week to keep the soil evenly moist, and make sure to water it more often during hot weather. Be careful not to overwater the plant. In the winter, reduce the watering frequency to about once a month. Allow the top inch or 2 of soil to dry out between waterings.

Forget-me-nots require full sun for at least 6 to 8 hours per day, especially when grown in containers. During the warmer months, they should receive morning sunlight and late afternoon shade. During the cooler months, they should receive full sun all day long. It is vital to site your forget-me-nots in the right location. Too much or too little sunlight will cause them to become leggy and weaken their blooming performance.

The forget-me-not plant (Myosotis scorpioides 'Semperflorens') should be pruned in late spring, after the flowers have faded and the blooming period is over. This will help ensure that the plant has the strength and energy to regrow and produce more flowers. Pruning can be done using a pair of clean, sharp pruners. Cut off any dead or wilted flowers and spindly stems. Remove any stems or branches that are growing inwards or crowding the center of the plant, as this can reduce airflow and inhibit flowering. Prune back the straggly stems at the base and sides to create a bushier, more attractive plant. As a general rule, try to limit the pruning to no more than a third of the plant at any 1 time. This will help prevent any unnecessary stress to your forget-me-nots.