Field Forget-me-not
Myosotis arvensis
Also known as Field Scorpion-grass, Common Forget-me-not, Forget-me-not
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A delicate wildflower with tiny blue, pink, or white flowers and soft green foliage. Commonly found in meadows and fields, it attracts pollinators and makes an excellent addition to cottage gardens.
Why grow it
Field forget-me-not establishes readily in poor or disturbed soils where many ornamentals struggle, making it useful for erosion control and pioneer plantings. Its fine texture and prolific small flowers provide a softer visual effect than larger-flowered species, and it self-seeds reliably in appropriate conditions. As a native or naturalized species across much of temperate Europe and North America, it requires minimal inputs once established compared to hybrid forget-me-nots.
Watch out for
This species prefers consistent moisture and may decline in very dry conditions, particularly in full sun exposure. In highly managed gardens, prolific self-seeding can become difficult to manage, requiring deadheading or strategic placement away from beds with competing plants.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Boraginaceae
Native Range
Europe
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A delicate wildflower with tiny blue, pink, or white flowers and soft green foliage. Commonly found in meadows and fields, it attracts pollinators and makes an excellent addition to cottage gardens.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Field Forget-me-not grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Field forget-me-not establishes readily in poor or disturbed soils where many ornamentals struggle, making it useful for erosion control and pioneer plantings. Its fine texture and prolific small flowers provide a softer visual effect than larger-flowered species, and it self-seeds reliably in appropriate conditions. As a native or naturalized species across much of temperate Europe and North America, it requires minimal inputs once established compared to hybrid forget-me-nots.
Watch out for
This species prefers consistent moisture and may decline in very dry conditions, particularly in full sun exposure. In highly managed gardens, prolific self-seeding can become difficult to manage, requiring deadheading or strategic placement away from beds with competing plants.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Boraginaceae
Native Range
Europe
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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