How to tend a Myosotis scorpioides

Also known as: Myosotis palustris (L.) Nathh., Myosotis scorpioides var. palustris L., Echioides palustris Moench, Echioides perennis Moench

Watering

Moderately resistant to drought, water thoroughly when soil is dry

Sunlight

Likes sunshine, but avoid very strong sunlight

Soil

Likes slightly alkaline soil, may use peat adding a small amount of lime or baking soda,

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove old, diseased and dead leaves timely

About this plant

Origin
Holland
Category
Boraginaceae, Myosotis
Size
Diameter ≥ 10 cm, height 15-18 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period May-July, viewing period 3-4 weeks
Flower colors
blue, purple, white, yellow
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