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Chinese Forget-Me-Not

Cynoglossum Amabile

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Overview

The Chinese Forget-me-not, Cynoglossum amabile, adds a splash of color with its sky-blue blooms and contrasting white eye. An annual reaching 18-24 inches in height, it thrives in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Easy to grow, it's a charming choice for borders and cottage gardens, attracting bees and butterflies. Its flowers peak from late spring to early summer, adding a quaint, old-world feel to any landscape.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–10Type AnnualClimate Temperate
Chinese Forget-Me-Not (Cynoglossum Amabile) — adds a splash of color with its sky-blue blooms and contrasting white eye; its flowers peak from late spring to

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Annual
Family
Boraginaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Chinese Forget-Me-Not (Cynoglossum Amabile) — blue flowers in the garden
Chinese Forget-Me-Not (Cynoglossum Amabile) — annual for full or half
Chinese Forget-Me-Not (Cynoglossum Amabile) — scientifically known as Cynoglossum amabile; enhancing the ecological value of the garden space.<br><br>In terms
Chinese Forget-Me-Not (Cynoglossum Amabile) — textured appearance amidst other garden elements.<br><br>Thriving best in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 8
Chinese Forget-Me-Not (Cynoglossum Amabile) — Chinese Forget-me-nots are low-care and do not generally require deadheading
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