Tigger's Green Paw
Forget-me-not

Animal Safety: Dogs: No Cats: No Rabbits: Yes

Free Grazing: Can cause stomach upset in cat and dogs, safe for rabbits in moderation.

Lifespan: Biennials
Flower: April to June

About:
Forget-me-not were first discovered around the 14th century Thety can be found in Europe and Asia, North America, South America, and Papua New Guinea. 
There are over 100 species of forget-me-not.

The flowers are around 1cm in diameter and are typically blue, but can also be white, pink or yellow. A plant can grow 50cm (19.5 in) high and 100cm (39 in) wide
They spread to approximately the same size. Although after several years of undisturbed growth, they can become quite widespread. Plants can be dug up and transplanted elsewhere.

Forget-me-not is a biennial. It grows in the first year then flowers and produces seeds in its second year. It is mistakenly classed as a perennial as the seeds that is produced in the second year, germinate and grow in the third year in the same place as the original plant.

Forget-me-nots are adaptable and can thrive in a variety of locations. They do prefer moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. They are commonly found in woodlands, along hedgerows, near water features like ponds, and even in rockeries or gravel gardens. 

They are also popular additions to cottage gardens, wildlife gardens, and as ground cover under taller plants.
 
Folklore and Beliefs:
Since medieval times the forget-me-not has been a symbol of everlasting love and devotion.
It has been used to remember loved ones that have died.

More recently the forget-me-not has been associated and a symbol for people that have dementia or Alzheimer’s disease.  

Photograph: Ian Stephens