Looking for a compact perennial that can bring a striking touch of color to your garden? You cannot go wrong with forget-me-nots.

These little flowers are not just big on color, but also on staying power. While many other blossoms in your yard may fade in a matter of weeks, forget-me-nots are determined to make sure you never forget them. They stick around, allowing you to partake of their beauty before other flowers bloom and long after they wilt.
This guide will tell you everything you need to know to start growing these long-lasting perennials in your garden.
We will teach you how to plant forget-me-nots and care for them. We will tell you about their benefits and some different varieties to consider. Let’s begin!
Jump to:
- What Are Forget-Me-Nots?
- Where Do Forget-Me-Nots Grow?
- Forget-Me-Not Basics
- Annual vs. Perennial vs. Biennial
- Why Grow Forget-Me-Nots?
- Recommended Forget-Me-Not Varieties
- What are Chinese Forget-Me-Nots?
- When Do Forget-Me-Nots Bloom?
- How Long Do Forget-Me-Nots Bloom?
- When to Plant Forget-Me-Nots
- Ideal Growing Conditions for Forget-Me-Nots
- How to Plant Forget-Me-Nots
- How to Care for Forget-Me-Nots
- How to Transplant and Divide Forget-Me-Nots
- Recommended Companion Plants for Forget-Me-Nots
- Frequently Asked Questions About Growing Forget-Me-Nots
- Where to Buy Forget-Me-Nots
What Are Forget-Me-Nots?
Starting with the basics about these garden plants, let’s talk about what forget-me-nots are.
The genus of these plants has the scientific name Myosotis. Sometimes, their common name is spelled without the hyphens as “forget me nots.”
If you are curious about the origin of the scientific name, it is derived from the ancient Greek word for “mouse’s ear.”
While “forget-me-nots” is the most common reference for these plants, “scorpion grass” is another way to refer to them.
They belong to the order Boraginales and the family Boraginaceae.
Note that this family also contains a genus called Myosotidium. That genus only contains one species, Myosotidium hortensia.
Confusing, that species goes by common names such as the Chatham Islands forget-me-not, and the giant forget-me-not.
But technically, despite its close appearance to the regular forget-me-not, it is not one, because it is a member of a different genus.
We will be focusing exclusively on the Myosotis genus of forget-me-nots in this article, which contains multiple species.
How many? A proper estimate is around 74. You might see a number as high as 500 or so, but the majority of those appear to be duplicates (i.e. multiple species names for one identifiable species).
Most of these species are blue, but you will find some with white petals or pink blooms as well.
The forget-me-not is the state flower of Alaska. Indeed, as early as 1917, it was the emblem of the Alaskan Territory, which preceded the state of Alaska.
Where Do Forget-Me-Nots Grow?
The majority of forget-me-nots grow in Europe, Asia, and New Zealand. But you can also find them in the Americas as well as Papua New Guinea.
Because these plants like plenty of moisture, if you are in an area where they grow, you are most likely to find them in wet places. Try looking along the bank of a stream or river or in or near wetlands.
Forget-Me-Not Basics
Zones: | 3-9 (depending on the type of forget-me-not) |
Blooming season: | April-October |
Expected height: | Up to 12 inches |
Soil: | Moist but well-drained fertile soil |
Sun: | Full sun to partial shade |
Annual vs. Perennial vs. Biennial
You can find perennial forget-me-nots, but also biennial or annual varieties. What are the differences between them?
Perennials: These types of forget-me-nots come back year after year. They are sometimes called “true” forget-me-nots, and are hardy in zones 5-9.
Annuals: With this type of forget-me-not, you only get a single growing season. You then have to plant new annual flowers for the following year.
Biennials: Some forget-me-nots are actually classified as short-lived biennials. That means that instead of taking one year, the growth cycle spans two. They may be hardy in zones 3-9. As the whole growth season takes two years, you may want to plant a crop of them one year, and then another a year later. Hypothetically, they should alternate back and forth between years to flower, ensuring you will have some in blossom every year. An example of a biennial form of forget-me-not is the “Victorian Blue” cultivar.
Why Grow Forget-Me-Nots?
There are a lot of reasons why forget-me-nots may make the perfect addition to your garden this year. Let’s take a look at a few of their key benefits!
This plant can adapt well to different conditions. If you have partial shade in your yard, your forget-me-nots will be very happy. If you have full sun though, they should still be able to do well.
These plants are drought resistant. It is true that forget-me-nots are crazy about moisture. But they are surprisingly drought-tolerant, considering that fact. You do need to water them properly during dry times, but they should be able to endure to bloom again the next year.
These flowers are cold tolerant. They are an excellent hardy option if you live in a northern climate, but they can also thrive in a southern climate.
Forget-me-nots tend to spread on their own. If you want them to do that, this is a good thing. And because they self-seed, you do not need to put in any extra work. Just watch as they multiply. Ground cover has seldom been so effortless.
This is a plant that offers fantastic versatility. As a single plant does not get to be too big, you can grow it in or out of a container. It can work as a border or a ground cover. You can even plant it in between rocks in a rock garden. With a little imagination, you can probably come up with all kinds of cool ideas.
Another awesome thing about forget-me-nots is that they are deer-resistant. On top of that, they also are rabbit-resistant. So, if these pests live in your area, they should leave your forget-me-nots alone. As a bonus, this makes them good companion plants to protect others.
Planting forget-me-nots is easy. If you are intimidated by planting perennial bulbs, you will be pleased to learn that you grow forget-me-nots from their seeds.
The forget-me-not is a favorite flower of butterflies and bees. So, if you want to attract either to your lawn and garden, these beautiful plants can help you make it happen.
Recommended Forget-Me-Not Varieties
Now that you know the key benefits of forget-me-nots, let’s take a look at some beautiful cultivars are worth considering.
Unlike some other perennials, forget-me-not varieties do not have fancy, clever names. They usually are just called by their scientific names, or by extremely common descriptors, i.e. “alpine” or “water.”
Woodland: The Myosotis sylvatica forget-me-not is usually called the “woodland forget-me-not.” The bloom season for this plant begins in mid-spring and lasts until mid-summer. The flower petals may come in a variety of colors. You can find blue flowers, pink flowers, and white flowers.
Water: Another option for blue springtime flowers is Myosotis scorpioides, also called the “true forget-me-not” or the “water forget-me-not.” Generally speaking, forget-me-nots prefer always-moist soil to full-on boggy soil, but if your soil is leaning toward “wet,” you might be able to grow this type of forget-me-not successfully. Something that is cool about this particular forget-me-not is that the flowers are pink while budding. But as they open, they turn blue. So, you may sometimes see blue and pink flowers on the same plant!
Alpine: The alpine forget-me-not has the scientific name Myosotis alpestris. If you are interested in a biennial forget-me-not, this is one you can consider. On the years that it flowers, it will bring beautiful blue shades to your garden. As you might guess given its name, it can flourish among rocks, making it a beautiful rock garden plant.
Field: The plant with the scientific name Myosotis arvensis is known as the “field forget-me-not.” Interestingly enough, it may be an annual, biennial, or perennial flower. The delicate blue blooms it produces make it an attractive plant for any garden. One thing that is special about field forget-me-nots is that their seeds store well for a very long time.
Strict: Myosotis stricta is called the “strict forget-me-not.” It is another type of forget-me-not that can thrive in rockier and somewhat dry conditions. The beautiful, clear, sky-blue shade of its petals is exactly what your garden may need.
Tufted: Myosotis laxa is called the “tufted forget-me-not,” the “small flower forget-me-not,” and the “bay forget-me-not.” It prefers moist conditions in wetlands over drier locations.
Broadleaf: Myosotis latifolia is called the “broadleaf forget-me-not.” Not surprisingly, this variety of forget-me-not takes its name from its large, broad, oval-shaped leaves.
While forget-me-nots in general appreciate the same basic conditions (partial to full sun, moist soil, ample water during summer heat), each of these varieties thrives best in slightly different environments.
So, do a little research and choose the type of forget-me-not that will be the best fit for your garden in terms of both conditions and aesthetics.
What are Chinese Forget-Me-Nots?
While you are researching different types of forget-me-nots, you may encounter Chinese forget-me-nots. Sometimes, this plant is also called “Chinese hound’s tongue.”
With their small blue flowers, these plants look to be quite similar to the forget-me-nots we are talking about in this article. And while they are relatives to those plants, they are not the same.
The scientific name of Chinese forget-me-nots is Cynoglossum amabile. They are a member of the Boraginaceae family, which is the same family that the Myosotis genus of plants belongs to.
But Cynoglossum is a different genus, so these flowers are not the focus of this article.
Nevertheless, the late summer blooms of this plant may be a great complement to your garden. It can grow in sun or shade, and requires well-drained soil.
Indeed, if actual forget-me-nots are invasive in your area, you might prefer Chinese forget-me-nots. They are less aggressive plants.
When Do Forget-Me-Nots Bloom?
Depending on the types of forget-me-nots you plant, they could blossom as early as April or as late as October. So, this plant type is a fantastic option if you want color in your garden all season long.
How Long Do Forget-Me-Nots Bloom?
The bloom time for a forget-me-not plant is around 2-3 months. So, even if you only plant one type of forget-me-not, the showy blooms will reward you with a lovely, long-lasting display.
When to Plant Forget-Me-Nots
If you want forget-me-nots in blossom this growing season and it is still early enough, you may be able to plant them in May or June. While it is not guaranteed they will flower this year, it might happen (assuming they are not biennials, of course).
If it is later in the growing season, you might want to wait until August. If you plant the seeds then, they should produce flowers the following season (again, you would have to wait an extra year for biennials).
Ideal Growing Conditions for Forget-Me-Nots
We will tell you how to plant forget-me-nots shortly. But before we do, let’s talk about the ideal growing conditions for these blue flowers.
How Much Sun Do Forget-Me-Nots Need?
One of the nice things about these flowers is that they are tolerant of a diverse range of conditions. That means that you can plant them in partial shade or in full sun.
Between the two, partial shade is preferred. In particular, afternoon shade can be beneficial if you live in a hot climate.
But if you do not have any shade to offer them, you should still be able to get away with growing forget-me-nots.
What Type of Soil is Right for Forget-Me-Nots?
Forget-me-nots will thrive best in rich soil. The soil should be moist, and may range between mildly acidic and mildly alkaline.
Well-drained soil is a must. Despite the fact that these plants love moisture, they do not want wet feet.
How Much Water Do Forget-Me-Nots Need?
One thing forget-me-nots need a lot of is water. During dormancy, you only need to water them 1-2 times monthly. But during the warm months of spring and summer, you should water forget-me-nots 3-4 times weekly.
How do you know if they are drying out too much? Check the top three inches of soil. Do they feel dry, or moist? If they are still moist, you are fine, but if they are dry, you need to add more water.
Now you can understand a bit of why partial shade can be helpful in a hot climate. It may reduce a bit of the soil evaporation, helping your forget-me-nots to stay happy.
How to Plant Forget-Me-Nots
Planting forget-me-nots is a very straightforward process. While we plant many perennials from their bulbs, we plant forget-me-nots from their seeds.
Container Planting
Did you pick out forget-me-nots as a container plant? Here are the instructions for how to plant forget-me-nots in a pot.
1. Begin by choosing the ideal type of container for your forget-me-nots.
While you can go with a plastic pot in a pinch, it is better to choose one that is made of ceramic or clay. The reason is that either of these materials can help to lock moisture into the soil better than plastic can.
The right size for the pot is somewhere between 12 to 18 inches. If you have twice that amount of space, you can fit two forget-me-knots in one container.
Remember, even though you want the soil to retain moisture, you do not want it to get waterlogged. So, adequate drainage is vital.
2. Next, you will need the right type of soil.
Potting soil can work well for these plants. It is not too dense and heavy, and breathes well.
If you are worried that the soil you have on hand doesn’t breathe well enough, one way you can improve it is to mix in a bit of coarse sand. This will also assist with drainage.
Additionally, nutrition is very important for these plants. So when you plant forget-me-nots in a pot, do not forget to include some compost.
What is the right ratio for all of these ingredients?
2 parts soil
1 part compost
1 part sand
If the soil you have already is adequate without the sand, you can just replace that with another part of soil.
3. Put the soil in the pot. You can tamp it down gently, but do not overdo it. You do not want to compress it too much, or it will not breathe or drain the way you need it to.
Leave about 2 inches at the top of your container.
Should you add fertilizer at this point? No. If you put in the compost, you have already given the forget-me-nots what they need as far as nutrition goes. And actually, if you put in fertilizer, you might over-enrich the soil. As counterintuitive as it might sound, your plants may actually not blossom as well if you make this mistake.
4. Water your pots.
Next, you should water your pots.
4. Add your seeds.
Remember to plant just one seed if you have a smaller container. For a larger one, you can plant up to two. Do not crowd them together too much. Otherwise, they could contract fungal infections.
5. Find the right spot for your forget-me-not container plants.
The final step in planting your forget-me-nots indoors in a container is to figure out where to situate the pots.
Ideally, you should choose a location where the temperature is somewhere between around 65 degrees Fahrenheit and 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
Putting the containers indoors? If possible, try to approximate the amount of sunlight that the plants would get if you had placed them outside.
But remember, if you are putting them in a window, it is important for them not to overheat. Just as they might benefit from a mixture of sunlight and shade outdoors, the same is likely true indoors as well.
An east-facing window might be logical, because that way, they will be getting the shade in the afternoon.
If you will be putting your container outdoors, aim for partial shade or full sun.
Ground Planting
Now you know how you can plant forget-me-nots in a container for inside your home or out on your patio or deck. But how do you plant them directly in your garden?
The process is much the same, as you will see below.
1. Choose the right spot for your forget-me-nots.
The first thing you will need to do is figure out the ideal place in your garden for these plants. Look for the following qualities:
Soil that has a relatively neutral pH, is moist by not soggy, and is rich in nutrition. The soil should not be too dense.
Partial shade to full sun. A bit of afternoon shade is best if possible. Dappled shade in particular is nice for forget-me-knots, so planting them close to a shrub or tree may work out well. But you want them to get at least 6 hours of sun.
A spot where they can breathe. Do not cram them up against other plants. If you do, they are more likely to come down with fungal infections.
2. Prepare your soil.
Mix some compost into your soil before you plant your forget-me-nots. Also, if the pH is too acidic or too alkaline, treat your soil to bring it back into a more neutral range.
If your soil is denser than the forget-me-nots will like, you can mix some sand to loosen it up a bit. Remember, it needs to be able to drain well.
3. Water the soil.
Once your moist, well-drained, organically rich soil is good to go, you are going to need to water it in preparation for your seeds.
So, water the soil until it is moist, but remember, it should not be soggy or waterlogged.
4. Plant your seeds.
Now it is time to plant your forget-me-not seeds! You should put 6 to 12 inches of space between them. If you put them closer together than that, they will not be able to breathe well enough to prevent fungal infections.
5. Mulch the forget-me-nots.
It is a good time to mulch your forget-me-nots. You want to keep the soil’s moisture locked in, and mulch helps you to do that.
How much mulch do you need? Around two inches should do the trick.
And that is all there is to it! Planting forget-me-nots indoors or outdoors is pretty straightforward, as you can see.
How to Care for Forget-Me-Nots
Now that you know how to plant forget-me-nots, let’s go over some basic care instructions so that you can maintain the health of these perennials over the years to come.
How to Fertilize Forget-Me-Nots
Forget-me-nots do not require a whole lot in the way of fertilization. But it is still a good idea once a year or so.
The ideal type of fertilizer to use is slow-release 10-10-10 fertilizer. For 100 square feet of coverage, you will need about 2-3 pounds of it.
After you finish adding your fertilizer, you should water your plants. Doing so will help the fertilizer to distribute through the soil.
Take care not to over-fertilizer forget-me-nots. If you give them too much too often, they may not bloom as well the following season.
How to Mulch Forget-Me-Nots
As already discussed, it is wise to cover freshly-planted forget-me-not seeds with a couple of inches of mulch.
One more recommendation in this department is to also mulch forget-me-nots before winter. Doing so will provide them with some much-needed protection if you are in a northern location. But if you are in an environment with temperate winters, this step may not be necessary.
How to Stake Forget-Me-Nots
The tallest forget-me-nots only reach about 2 feet in height. Many forget-me-nots never surpass half a foot to a foot in height. Moreover, their flowers are small and lightweight, and put no major strain on their stems.
That means that staking them is not necessary.
How to Prune and Deadhead Forget-Me-Nots
Both pruning and deadheading are beneficial to forget-me-nots. You are going to want to prune and deadhead them during their bloom season. Doing allows you to extend their bloom time for longer so you can enjoy them to their fullest every season.
Deadheading your forget-me-nots is easy. You can just cut the blooms off directly after they are spent.
You also can cut back flower stems if you want. This is a good option if you want to bring in some of your forget-me-nots to use as cut flowers for arrangements. Just keep in mind that it is important not to cut the branch itself from which the stems emerge. Just cut down to the branch, not into it.
Some people like to shape their forget-me-nots as well. Pruning them in this manner gives them a tidy appearance, and also may increase the number of blossoms.
When to Cut Back Forget-Me-Nots
What should you do after the long blooming season for your forget-me-nots is at an end?
At this point, you can consider cutting back your plants. The best time to do this is either late fall or early in the winter.
Are Forget-Me-Nots Vulnerable to Diseases or Pests?
Like any other plants you might put in your garden, forget-me-nots are vulnerable to certain diseases and pests. The good news is that deer and rabbits tend to leave these blue flowers alone.
Among the most common pests to plague forget-me-nots are slugs and snails. Chances are good that if you have these in your garden, you are already used to dealing with them with other plants you have.
As far as insects go, you should stay on the lookout for aphids. If you see any, you can try spraying them with water to get them to go away. If you don’t let them get a foothold, you are less likely to have a major problem on your hands.
Do you see little black beetles on your forget-me-nots? These are known as potato flea beetles. They like to crawl underneath the leaves of your flowers to eat them. That means that they can cause quite a bit of damage to forget-me-nots.
If you know that they inhabit your area, you might want to deliberately look under your leaves, not just on top of them, on a routine basis.
Young forget-me-nots are especially susceptible to damage by potato flea beetles. So, you should protect them while they are establishing by covering them. Row covers work for this purpose.
Now you know what pests you need to be alert for with forget-me-nots. But what about diseases that might attack this plant?
The disease that forget-me-nots are most likely to come down with is one known as “crown rot.”
Crown rot is very deadly to forget-me-nots. It is the result of a fungus called Sclerotium delphinii. If this fungus infects your forget-me-nots, a telltale sign can be found at the base of each plant. You will see little threads that look like cobwebs. The leaves will start to wilt.
Unfortunately, if one of your plants comes down with this fungus, you probably will not be able to salvage it. Moreover, it will be contagious to its neighbors.
That means that in order to protect the plants around it, you will need to remove it.
Along with crown rot, forget-me-nots also may develop rust, leaf spots, powdery mildew, or downy mildew. Each of these are caused by fungal infections as well.
Thankfully, you generally do not need to dig out infected plants. You can just use a fungus side to kill the infection.
The best way to prevent future fungal infections among your forget-me-nots is to make sure that you have adequate spacing between them and other plants. Also, do not let them stand in soggy soil.
It is a common novice error to over-water forget-me-nots or overestimate their tolerance for wet soil.
How to Transplant and Divide Forget-Me-Nots
Forget-me-nots honestly do not handle transplanting very well. So, the best practice is to avoid doing it. Try and put them where you want them in the first place so that you do not have to attempt to relocate them in the future.
Nevertheless, successful transplanting of forget-me-nots is possible. Indeed, you can even transplant them from containers into the ground.
If you do transplant forget-me-nots, they are going to need a bit of time to acclimate if you were keeping them indoors. That means you should take the containers outside, put them in a sheltered location during the day, then bring them in at night. Do this for about a week, and then start leaving them out overnight.
Once they are acclimated, you can transplant them into your garden beds.
Be careful about the timing when you are transplanting forget-me-nots. Avoid doing it when a freeze is possible in the near future. The plants need to establish themselves, and that is a fragile stage. A ground freeze at that time could kill them.
On a related note, you are probably wondering whether you need to divide your forget-me-nots.
The answer depends on whether you have annual forget-me-nots or perennial forget-me-nots in your garden.
If you have the annual variety, no, there is no reason to divide them. They are going to die every year. The reason they seem to keep coming back is because they are self-seeding. The plants you see each year are actually new forget-me-nots, which is why they do not necessarily show up in exactly the same place as you saw them the prior year.
But if you have the perennial variety, it might be worthwhile to divide them from time to time. Doing so may help produce sturdier stems, keep one plant from getting too large, and provide you with additional plants to place throughout your garden.
The right time to divide forget-me-nots is when you notice the flowers starting to thin out despite the plant continuing to get larger.
The correct season for dividing is early spring. Remember, dividing a plant is hard on it, and you want to avoid doing it when the weather is too cold. Be sure that the last hard freeze is past before you proceed.
Here are the steps to divide your forget-me-nots:
1. Use a trowel to dig a circle around your plant. Make sure that you are not cutting down into the roots.
2. Carefully pull the plant out of the ground, making sure to protect the roots as you are doing so.
3. Divide the plant. It is best if you do this yourself without any tools, as you want to be careful with the roots and stems. Every section will need at least a few stems and plenty of roots.
4. Decide on new locations for your forget-me-nots.
5. Re-plant them following the instructions on planting we shared previously.
By taking these steps, you can encourage your forget-me-nots to produce more flowers.
Recommended Companion Plants for Forget-Me-Nots
Forget-me-nots can make a beautiful addition to your yard. But these blankets of little flowers arguably work better as a visual accompaniment than as a main centerpiece in your garden.
Below, we recommend some companion plants you might want to consider for aesthetic and practical reasons for forget-me-nots.
Roses. One popular companion plant for forget-me-nots is roses. Well, perhaps more accurately, forget-me-nots are popular as a companion plant for roses. The reason is that not everyone likes the appearance of the bottom part of rose shrubs. In order to dress up them up a bit, they plant forget-me-nots.
Daffodils. These perennials blossom in spring, bringing bright, sunny yellow to your garden. The forget-me-nots should blossom before the daffodils die out, letting you enjoy a striking mixture of blue and yellow.
Tulips. Like daffodils, tulips are spring-blooming plants. They also mix beautifully with forget-me-nots. Because daffodils and tulips sit high on their stems, the flowers do not compete with the low carpet of forget-me-nots for attention. You can appreciate them both in their full beauty simultaneously. Did we mention that deer like eating tulips? So, planting forget-me-nots around them may be a help.
Rock cress. This perennial has an appearance that is quite similar to that of forget-me-nots. So, instead of aiming for stark contrast, you can place these two plants in close proximity so that they complement one another, highlighting both their similarities and their differences.
Irises. These plants like moist soil, just like forget-me-nots. So, you can plant them close together, and they should both be happy. The colors of the irises look lovely next to those of the forget-me-nots. And like the tulip and daffodil blossoms, the iris blooms are high on their stems.
Hostas. Deer love to eat hostas, unfortunately. But forget-me-nots are deer-resistant. So, if you plant them around your hostas, they may help to keep the deer away from them. Just be aware that as your hosta grows, its leaves may overtake some of your forget-me-nots.
Daylilies. These are another favorite for deer to chow down on. So, consider surrounding them with a border of forget-me-nots.
Those are just a few forget-me-not companion plant ideas. You can probably come up with plenty more!
Frequently Asked Questions About Growing Forget-Me-Nots
Now that we have gone over what you need to know to plant and care for forget-me-nots, let’s answer some FAQs about these plants.
Q: How tall do forget-me-nots get?
A: The tallest that forget-me-nots are likely to grow is up to around 2 feet.
Q: What eats forget-me-nots?
A: Something chewing on your forget-me-nots? Nope, it isn’t likely a deer or a rabbit. In all likelihood, it is slugs or snails.
There are a few insects that also can plague forget-me-nots. Some examples include aphids and potato flea beetles.
Q: What is best to plant with forget-me-nots?
A: Some ideas for companion plants for forget-me-nots include rock cress, roses, and daffodils. Take a look at our full section on companion planting ideas for more.
Q: Are forget-me-nots annual or perennial?
A: Actually, forget-me-nots may be perennials, annuals, or biennials.
Q: Are forget-me-nots invasive?
A: While these plants have a lot of advantages, one potential disadvantage is that they may be a bit invasive.
Self-spreading can be a benefit if that is what you want it to do. But if you let it get out of hand, you may find yourself with more forget-me-nots than you know what to do with.
This is why it can vary from a highly desirable plant in some areas to a “weed” in others. If you are in an area where it is considered invasive, it may not be the ideal plant outside of a container.
Q: What do forget-me-nots symbolize?
A: Farmer’s Almanac writes, “Forget-me-nots symbolize true love and respect. When you give someone these tiny blooms, it represents a promise that you will always remember them and will keep them in your thoughts. They are also considered a symbol of fidelity and faithfulness.”
This makes since, considering the long bloom season of these breathtaking little flowers!
Q: Why are they called forget-me-nots?
A; No one is really sure. There are a couple of popular myths, however.
Of these legends, the most well-known involves a knight who was trying to give flowers to his love. They were next to a river, and the weight of his armor caught him off balance, causing him to fall in. The river swept him away, but he was determined to get the flowers to his gal. So, he tossed them to her and called “forget-me-not!”
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