About
Myosotis australis is a forget-me-not producing the characteristic hairy leaves and clusters of small flowers of the genus. A rewarding plant for a sunny or partly shaded, moist position.
About the genus
Myosotis, the forget-me-nots, are annuals, biennials and short-lived perennials with simple, usually hairy leaves and clusters of small, salver-shaped, blue, yellow or white flowers with yellow or white eyes in spring and early summer. Easy and popular plants for borders, rock gardens and pond margins.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisturePoorly-drained
AspectSouth-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitSuckering
FoliageDeciduous
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Wildlife gardens, Cottage and informal garden
Native toEurope, N America
FragranceFoliage
Care notes
CultivationNeeds a moist, humus-rich soil and tolerates waterlogging
PruningPruning group 1
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in containers outdoors as soon as ripe, by layering in spring, or by softwood cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free