Myosotis alpestris 'Tall White' is an elegant, fresh variety of the Alpine forget-me-not with striking, pure white flowers. This taller selection is distinguished by its refined appearance and airy growth habit, making it ideal for natural borders, shady gardens, woodland themes, and romantic plantings.
While the classic Forget-Me-Not is often blue, Tall White a special brightness and tranquility to spring — perfect as a soft pop of color among other early bloomers.
The plants form compact, soft rosettes of leaves from which longer stems rise, covered with numerous small white flowers with subtle pale yellow centers. The blooms are profuse and long-lasting, making this variety a popular choice for ornamental planting.
Features at a glance:
Beautiful white flowering – rarer than blue and ideal for tone-on-tone gardens
Higher growth than standard Myosotis types
Early, exuberant flowering from March to early summer
Natural-looking cloud of flowers
Bee and insect friendly
At approximately 25–40 cm tall, Tall White ideal for bringing light movement to the garden.
Myosotis alpestris 'Tall White' opens the garden season with pure, bright white blooms. The plant self-seeds readily and spreads naturally, creating a fresh, white spring bloom every year.
| Plant characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
| Height | 25–40 cm |
| Flower color | Pure white with yellow heart |
| Flowering time | March – June |
| Location | Sun to partial shade |
| Winter hardy | Yes, excellent |
Planted in large groups, they create a graceful, tranquil effect — beautiful around lighter bulbs or pastel colours.
Its timeless softness makes this variety suitable for almost any location where freshness, tranquility and spring light are desired.
✓ Pastel & white border planting
✓ Cottage gardens and natural gardens
✓ Spring borders and shade gardens
✓ Around trees, paths & rock gardens
✓ Also beautiful in pots, containers and tubs
Combines beautifully with blue Myosotis types, Tall Light Blue , Tall Carmine , tulips, daffodils and Primulas for a refined and sophisticated spring effect.
Easy to grow — ideal for any gardener.
Soil: humus-rich, slightly moist but well-drained
Water: even moisture desired
Sowing: May–July directly outdoors, or sow indoors
Maintenance: remove faded flowers for a neat appearance
Propagation: self-sowing, can repeat annually
Early sowing creates a rich carpet of flowers that returns every spring.
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