Blue-eyed Mary (Omphalodes Verna) is a perennial groundcover in the Boraginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A charming, herbaceous perennial groundcover with bright blue, white-centered flowers and creeping growth habit.

Blue-eyed Mary

Blue-eyed Mary

Omphalodes Verna

A charming, herbaceous perennial groundcover with bright blue, white-centered flowers and creeping growth habit.

Quick Facts

Type
groundcover
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, Full Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Blue-eyed Mary

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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Boraginaceae
Genus:Omphalodes