Forget-me-not (Myosotis) is a genus of flowering plants in the family Boraginaceae. The name comes from the Ancient Greek μυοσωτίς “mouse’s ear”, which the foliage is thought to resemble. They are small plants with clusters of flowers in blue, pink or white. It has been recorded as a useful plant in traditional medicine, as well as a dye being made from the flowers. The leaves are also eaten as a type of “spinach” by the Sesotho people.

A very easy plant to grow even though they are sensitive to humidity. Plant in Spring or Summer in full sun or semi-shade and water it regularly, especially in the winter rainfall regions. In hot regions grow it in semi-shade. This unforgettable flower doesn’t have much scent during the day, but they are very fragrant in the evening to attract the nighttime pollinators needed to spread pollen from one flower to another.