Blue-eyed Mary (Collinsia Verna) is a annual herb in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A small annual wildflower with distinctive bicolored blue and white flowers, native to North America, often found in moist woodland environments.

Blue-eyed Mary

Blue-eyed Mary

Collinsia Verna

A small annual wildflower with distinctive bicolored blue and white flowers, native to North America, often found in moist woodland environments.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Blue-eyed Mary

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Fertilize
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Repot
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae
Genus:Collinsia