When to Plant Forget Me Not Seeds
You can plant 💙forget me not💙 seeds directly in the spring or fall, especially if you live in a mild climate. If you’re feeling a bit indoor gardener-ish, you can start them four to six weeks before the last frost, but honestly, sowing them directly is the easiest route to flower town!
Where to Plant Forget Me Not Seeds
💙Forget Me Nots💙 thrive in moist but well-drained soil and love a sunny spot or some partial shade. You’ll often find them hanging out along woodland edges or by streams, and they’re quite the overachievers when it comes to self-seeding. Give them a few years, and they’ll take over the neighborhood like that one friend who shows up uninvited to every party!
How to Plant Forget Me Not Seeds
If you’re direct sowing, get that soil nice and damp, then give it a light rake. Scatter the seeds like confetti (but maybe with a bit more finesse) on the surface. Cover them lightly with potting mix and give them a good press down—no one likes a seed that feels neglected! Keep it moist, and in just a few days, you’ll see those little guys sprouting up like they’re ready for a dance-off! Remember to thin them out to 10 to 12 inches apart so they don’t get too cozy and develop that pesky powdery mildew.
If you’re starting indoors, scatter 💙forget me not💙 seeds over potting mix, give them a gentle cover, and mist them with water to keep things damp but not drowning. They love bright, indirect light, so find a sunny spot, but avoid the harsh rays that can turn their leaves crispy. Aim for a cozy temperature of 60°F to 65°F. When they outgrow their pot, it’s time for a bigger home—either another pot or a garden adventure!
How to Care for Forget Me Nots
💙Forget Me Nots💙 enjoy their fair share of moisture, but they don’t want to feel like they’re in a swamp. Perennial plants like to take their time and need a chill period before they bloom, usually after their first year. Once they’re done showing off, let them die back gracefully—don’t tidy up until fall so they can naturally reseed themselves. If you end up with unwanted seedlings in spring, no worries—you can just move them to a better spot. And if you’re not in the mood for a surprise bloom next year, deadhead those flowers once they’ve finished their act!