Forget Me Not Seeds (Chinese) - Cynoglossum Firmament

Forget Me Not (Chinese) – Firmament

~210 Seeds

Soft blue clouds of colour for the garden! Chinese Forget Me Not ‘Firmament’ produces masses of dainty, sky-blue blossoms that shimmer like a clear summer morning.

These charming blooms rise above neat green foliage on strong, upright stems—ideal for cutting and adding a natural, airy touch to bouquets. Unlike traditional biennial forget-me-nots, this variety flowers its very first year, making it a gardener’s dream for quick rewards. It’s an easy-care annual that thrives in full sun or partial shade, adding a romantic, cottage-garden vibe to borders, containers, and wildflower plantings. Bees and butterflies can’t resist its nectar-rich flowers, and you’ll love how effortlessly it fills gaps with cheerful, long-lasting colour.

• Blooms year 1
• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Deer resistant
• May self-seed in the garden for naturalized charm
• Suitable for containers and borders

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Cynoglossum amabile* ‘Firmament’
• Life Cycle: Annual, Self Seeds
• Seed Type: Open Pollinated
• Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Plant Height: 24-36 in
• Seed Depth: ¼ in (5 mm)
• Spacing: 8–12 in (20–30 cm)
• Bloom Time: Late spring to mid-summer
• Days to Maturity: 80–85 days
• Edible / Toxic: Toxic if ingested
• Germination: 8–20 days at 18–21°C (65–70°F)

Growing Instructions

Sow directly outdoors in early spring once the soil can be worked, or start indoors (recommended) 3–4 weeks before the last frost. Press seeds lightly into soil, as they need some darkness to germinate. Transplant or thin to 8–12 in (20–30 cm) apart. Prefers well-drained, average soil and moderate watering. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming. In cooler Canadian zones, a fall sowing may produce early spring blooms. Self-seeds readily if left to mature.

FAQ
Q: Will Chinese Forget Me Nots come back next year?
A: They’re annuals, but they often self-seed, so you may see new plants pop up the following spring.

Q: How are Chinese Forget Me Nots different from the woodland type?
A: The Chinese variety blooms in its first year, has taller stems, and is better suited for cutting and sunny garden spots.