Overview

Myosotis scorpioides variegated (v) is a bushy, tufted, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Myosotis, part of the Boraginaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Myosotis scorpioides variegated (v) 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 scorpioides, the true forget-me-not or water forget-me-not, is a forget-me-not plant species in the borage family, Boraginaceae.

About the genus

Myosotis is a genus of flowering plants in the borage family Boraginaceae. In the Northern Hemisphere, they are colloquially known as forget-me-nots or scorpion grasses. The forget-me-not is the official flower of Alaska.

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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 scorpioides variegated (v) 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 scorpioides variegated (v)

Propagation

Seed

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Susceptible to powdery mildews, downy mildews

Frequently asked questions