Nemophila - Baby Blue Eyes

Nemophila Seeds – Baby Blue Eyes ~575 seeds

Nemophila menziesii

Few flowers capture the essence of spring quite like Nemophila, commonly known as Baby Blue Eyes. With their sky-blue petals delicately edged in white, these charming annuals create a soft, dreamy carpet of colour in garden beds, borders, and containers.

Native to California but happily grown across Canada, they thrive in cooler seasons and bring a cheerful brightness to early summer displays.

Baby Blue Eyes are especially treasured for naturalizing in cottage gardens, wildflower plantings, and meadow-style landscapes. Their dainty blooms, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide, sway gently above soft green foliage, creating a light and airy effect. Gardeners love them for their resilience in poor soils and their ability to self-seed modestly, ensuring a surprise return in following seasons.

Perfect as a groundcover under taller flowers, edging pathways, or filling in bare patches, Nemophila adds a painterly touch wherever it’s planted. They also mingle beautifully with spring bulbs, extending the season of colour. Easy to grow and fast to bloom, this flower is a delight for beginners and experienced gardeners alike.

• Annual
• Height: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)
• Spread: 8–12 inches (20–30 cm)
• Colour: Sky blue with white edges
• Attracts pollinators
• Deer resistant
• Suitable for containers
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Nemophila menziesii
• Open pollinated, heirloom
• Days to Maturity: 50–60 days
• Hardiness Zones: 2–9 (grown as an annual)
• Exposure: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Well-drained, average soils
• Water: Regular, keep evenly moist
• Days to Germination: 7–14
• Optimal Soil Temperature: 12–18°C (55–65°F)

Growing Instructions
Direct sow outdoors in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or in late summer for fall blooms in mild regions. Scatter seeds lightly on the surface and press gently into the soil without covering deeply, as light aids germination. Keep soil consistently moist until seedlings establish. Thin to 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) apart. Nemophila thrives in cooler temperatures, making it a perfect spring or early summer flower.

FAQ
Q: Will Nemophila Baby Blue Eyes bloom all summer?
A: They bloom best in the cool weather of spring and early summer. In hotter climates, they may fade as temperatures rise, but reseeding can extend their season.

Q: Can Nemophila Baby Blue Eyes be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Nemophila thrives in pots and hanging baskets, where their trailing habit and delicate blooms can be enjoyed up close.

Q: Are Nemophila Baby Blue Eyes deer resistant?
A: Yes, deer typically avoid Nemophila, making them a safe choice for cottage and meadow gardens.