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Myosotis sylvatica

Family Boraginaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 15 - 60 cm (0.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Myosotis sylvatica (woodland forget-me-not) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and pale blue blossoms during mid-spring to early summer. The matte foliage is dark lime in colour and fine in texture.
Typical Uses Annual, bedding plant, border and container.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Myosotis sylvatica . Myosotis sylvatica is tolerant of wet sites.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Myosotis sylvatica (woodland forget-me-not) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Myosotis sylvatica (woodland forget-me-not) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.