There are
two plants commonly called Forget me nots. The traditional forget-me-not is
Myosotis, which prefer a cooler season, so it is not unusual now that the
weather is heating up, that they would begin to struggle. However, the Jack
Frost plant may be in the Brunnera genus. They are both in the same family-Boraginaceae.
This plant does better in partial to deep shade in the south, but also likes a
more moist environment. Forget-me-nots bloom best in the spring, with a few
sporadic flowers into the summer. They are not long-lived perennials in the
south, where the heat and humidity take their toll. Make sure they have ample
drainage, are getting only filtered sunlight, and water as needed. They would
be best planted fall through spring, since summers can be bit tough.
(July) I recently
purchased a new variety of Forget-me-Not, Jack Frost. I planted it in my garden
about 1 and 1/2 months ago. I used root stimulator on it when I planted it. I also
used compost. I read the instructions on the label on how to plant it. It said
sun to partial sun, I planted it in partial sun. I have been keeping it watered
well until it gets established. It was doing wonderful until last week. It is
wilted and dying in the center. Can you offer me some help. I would appreciate
it.