Bluesylva wood forget-me-not

Myosotis sylvatica 'Bluesylva'

Boraginaceae

RHS AGM 2004

Bluesylva wood forget-me-not
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantEvergreen
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to wet soil
Growth rate
Moderate
Habit
Clumping
Bloom season
Spring
Soil types
Loam, clay

Garden uses

BorderGround coverMeadowPollinator gardenRain gardenRock garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Bluesylva' wood forget-me-not (Myosotis sylvatica 'Bluesylva') is a perennial for borders, rock gardens, and rain gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet, loamy or clay soil. Blooms open from early to late spring and attract butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. The clumping plant grows at a moderate pace and stays evergreen.

Pairs well with Smooth aster, Nodding onion, and Incrediball Storm Proof smooth hydrangea.

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