forget-me-not

Forget-me-nots should be watered about once or twice a week, during the growing season. The soil should be kept lightly moist but not saturated, and allow the top 1-2 inches to dry out slightly between waterings. During the winter, water just enough to keep the soil barely damp. Too much water can lead to root rot and other problems.

The forget-me-not, or Myosotis sylvatica 'Victoria Blue', is a colorful, delicate perennial flower that thrives in full sun locations. It prefers at least 5 hours of direct sunlight per day, but can tolerate some light shade, as well. The forget-me-not should be planted in an area that receives full sun in the morning hours and partial shade in the afternoon. This helps avoid burning of the foliage due to intense midday sun. In order to maintain its vibrant blue color throughout the season, the forget-me-not must have bright, direct sunlight for at least half of the day.

Forget-me-not (Myosotis sylvatica 'Victoria Blue') plants should be pruned in late winter to early spring before new growth begins. Pruning should be minimal as these plants do not regrow well from hard pruning. Begin by removing dead, damaged or diseased stems and branches. Thin out any excess stems to ensure the plant can still receive an adequate amount of sunlight. Additionally, lightly trim any stems that have grown beyond the desired shape or size and deadhead any spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Pruning will help ensure a healthy, compact plant that will provide vibrant blue blooms each spring.