Myosotis sylvatica 'Bluesylva' (Sylva Series)
forget-me-not 'Bluesylva'
A compact, biennial or short-lived perennial to around 20cm high, with oval to lance-shaped, softly hairy green leaves. Clusters of small bright blue flowers, with white midribs to the petals and yellow centres fading to cream, are produced in spring and early summer
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Blue | Green Grey Silver | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or North–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Boraginaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Myosotis can be annuals, biennials or perennials, with simple leaves and clusters of small, salver-shaped blue, yellow or white flowers, with yellow or white eyes, in spring or early summer
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Compact spring bedding for moist soils in either sun or partial shade. Pull up once flowers fade to avoid self-seeding
Propagation
Propagate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Patio and container plants
- Garden edging
- Flower borders and beds
- Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Plants are susceptible to powdery mildews and a downy mildew
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