Overview
Myosotis alpestris 'Nana' is a bushy, tufted, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Myosotis, part of the Boraginaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Myosotis alpestris 'Nana' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens, wildflower meadow, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Myosotis alpestris or alpine forget-me-not is a herbaceous perennial plant in the flowering plant family Boraginaceae. The alpine forget-me-not is the county flower of Westmorland in the United Kingdom.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Myosotis
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Myosotis alpestris 'Nana' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Tufted, Clump forming
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens, Wildflower meadow, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Myosotis alpestris 'Nana'
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to powdery mildews, downy mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Myosotis alpestris 'Nana'?
Myosotis alpestris 'Nana' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Myosotis alpestris 'Nana' need?
Myosotis alpestris 'Nana' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Myosotis alpestris 'Nana' hardy in the UK?
Myosotis alpestris 'Nana' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Myosotis alpestris 'Nana'?
Seed.
More in the Myosotis genus
- Myosotis alpestris 'Ruth Fischer'
- Myosotis arvensisfield forget-me-not
- Myosotis australis
- Myosotis colensoi
- Myosotis decumbens
- Myosotis explanata
- Myosotis macrantha
- Myosotis maritima
