Also known as Forget-me-not · 451 gardener saves
Myosotis: the varieties gardeners actually grow
Myosotis, the genus most gardeners know as forget-me-not. We track 9 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 9 most-saved Myosotis varieties
Of 9 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedForget-me-not
Myosotis sylvatica 'Mon Amie Mix'
#2 most savedWoodland Forget-Me-Not
Myosotis sylvatica
#3 most savedWoodland Forget-me-not
Myosotis sylvatica 'Mon Amie Blue'
Forget-me-not RosePink
Myosotis x hybrida 'RosePink'
Water Forget-me-not
Myosotis scorpioides
Woodland Forget-me-not 'Rosylva'
Myosotis sylvatica 'Sylva Rosylva'
Southern Blue Forget-me-not
Myosotis palustris 'Southern Blues'
Changing Forget-me-not
Myosotis discolor 'Blue'
Rose Forget-Me-Not
Myosotis dispersa 'Rose'
How to grow Myosotis
What the Myosotis varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 9 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Myosotis year
- Spring CleanupFebruary78% of varieties
Remove any dead or winter-damaged foliage.
- DeadheadMay and June67% of varieties
Remove spent flowers immediately if aggressive self-seeding is unwanted
- PlantMarch, August, September and October56% of varieties
Plant transplants in early spring for best cool-season display.
- PruneMay and June33% of varieties
Cut back foliage after flowering if aggressive self-seeding is not desired.
- PropagateJune and July33% of varieties
Allow to self-seed or collect seeds for planting in late summer/fall.
Do
- Water regularly to keep soil moist 🌱
- Deadhead spent flowers to promote reblooming
- Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged 🌱
- Divide every 3 years to maintain vigor
- Water regularly, especially during dry spells 🌱
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Avoid letting soil dry out completely ❌
- Don’t expose to full, harsh sunlight in hot climates
- Refrain from using chemical fertilizers excessively
What goes wrong with Myosotis
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Spray with neem oil or insecticidal soap |
| Powdery Mildew | White powder on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply fungicide if needed |
| Slugs | Chewed leaves and slimy trails | Use iron phosphate bait |
| Powdery mildew | White powder on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply organic fungicide |
| Powdery Mildew | White powdery coating on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply organic fungicide |
| Root rot | Wilting and blackened roots | Improve drainage and reduce watering |
Making more Myosotis
Cuttings
- Select healthy semi-hardwood stems in late summer
- Dip cuttings in rooting hormone
- Plant in moist potting mix and mist regularly
- Maintain high humidity for 4-6 weeks
Seed
- Tuck seeds into moist soil in early spring — 2 weeks
- Keep soil consistently moist during germination
Myosotis questions
How many types of Myosotis are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 9 distinct Myosotis varieties. The most popular — ranked by 451 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Myosotis grow in?
Across its varieties, Myosotis covers USDA Zones 4–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Myosotis bloom?
Most Myosotis varieties bloom in late spring, early spring, spring, early summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Myosotis should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Myosotis shows up in
By hardiness zone
Design with Myosotis in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
