Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila Menziesii) is a annual herb in the Boraginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 2-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Nemophila menziesii is a low-growing annual wildflower native to western North America, best known for its vivid blue, bowl-shaped flowers with white centers.

Baby Blue Eyes

Baby Blue Eyes

Nemophila Menziesii

Nemophila menziesii is a low-growing annual wildflower native to western North America, best known for its vivid blue, bowl-shaped flowers with white centers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
2-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Baby Blue Eyes

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

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.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Baby Blue Eyes
Baby Blue Eyes detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Boraginaceae
Genus:Nemophila