Overview
Myosotis symphytifolia is a bushy, tufted, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Myosotis, part of the Boraginaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Myosotis symphytifolia 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 symphytifolia is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Myosotis genus, known for its bushy, tufted, and clump-forming habit. This semi-evergreen plant thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soils such as chalk, clay, loam, or sand, and is adaptable to acid, alkaline, or neutral pH. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can be grown in exposed or sheltered locations, making it suitable for a variety of garden aspects including south, west, and east-facing sites. Flowering in summer and autumn, it is ideal for wildlife gardens, wildflower meadows, cottage gardens, patios, flower borders, and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
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 symphytifolia 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 symphytifolia
- 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 symphytifolia?
Myosotis symphytifolia prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Myosotis symphytifolia need?
Myosotis symphytifolia 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 symphytifolia hardy in the UK?
Myosotis symphytifolia 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 symphytifolia?
Seed.
More in the Myosotis genus
- Myosotis alpestris 'Nana'
- Myosotis alpestris 'Ruth Fischer'
- Myosotis arvensisfield forget-me-not
- Myosotis australis
- Myosotis colensoi
- Myosotis decumbens
- Myosotis explanata
- Myosotis macrantha
