Where can I find forget-me-nots?
Forget-me-nots are native to woods, boggy areas and meadows of Asia, Australia, Europe, New Zealand, and North and South America, according to Fine Gardening.
Does forget-me-not come back every year?
Forget-me-nots are perennials that regrow themselves year after year, which can be a blessing and a curse. On one hand, you don’t have to plant them every year to keep your garden looking great. On the other, they can easily get out of control.
How do you germinate forget-me-not seeds?
How to Plant Forget-Me-Nots
- Sow seeds in containers. The most common method for starting forget-me-nots is to start the seeds indoors in early spring, up to 10 weeks before the last frost.
- Keep moist until germination.
- Harden off your seedlings.
- Choose and prepare the soil bed.
- Transplant.
- Water immediately.
How long do forget me not seeds take to grow?
8 to 14 days
of soil lightly sprinkled over them in early spring when soil is workable. Seeds will germinate in 8 to 14 days if kept moderately moist. Thin to 10 inches (25 cm.) apart to allow room for adult plants.
How do Chinese forget me not grow?
Sowing: Direct sow Chinese Forget-Me-Not seeds in early spring after the last frost. Sow 1/4″ below the surface and keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which should occur in 7-10 days. Cynoglossum amabile can be fall planted in regions with warm winters.
Should I cut forget-me-nots back?
Cut your forget-me-not back to the ground in late fall or early winter. This plant sometimes behaves as a perennial and will send up new growth from the root system the following spring.
Why is it called a forget-me-not?
Forget-me-not trivia That name refers to the shape of the leaves. According to a Greek myth, Zeus thought he had given all the plants are name, whereupon a small blue flower shouted “forget me not!”. The supreme god decided to make life easy for himself by giving the plant that name.