Nemophila menziesii 'Baby Blue Eyes'
Baby Blue Eyes
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Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii 'Baby Blue Eyes') - Description
This versatile native American wildflower (a.k.a. Baby Blue-Eyes) is perfect in beds and containers, or as an annual groundcover. Nemophila often overwinters in mild climates (zone 7 and above), where it blooms in early spring. Farther north, it flowers from early to midsummer. Grows best in partial shade.
Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii 'Baby Blue Eyes') - Blooming
Flowers appear in the spring. Baby Blue Eyes are known for it's unique blue flowers with white center. When weather gets too warm, they will fail to flower.
Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii 'Baby Blue Eyes') - Growth
Small annuals that grow to 12 inches tall. Often times they are grown as a bulb cover and to fill in empty spaces in the garden. Does not do well with heat and humidity. Nemophila works well in a border or as a container plant.
Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii 'Baby Blue Eyes') - Planting
Easily propagated via sowing seeds. In cold winter regions, sow in spring as soon as the ground isn't frozen. In milder climates, seeds can be sown in Autumn. Once established they readily self sow.
Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii 'Baby Blue Eyes') - Pest
Prone to mildews and aphids.
Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii 'Baby Blue Eyes') - Interesting facts
Nemophila is endemic to Western North America, where it occurs in coastal sandy regions, chaparrals, and redwood forests.
Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii 'Baby Blue Eyes') - Soil and irrigation
Does best with well-drained soils. Must be kept moist if grown in full sun.
