Field forget-me-not is originally native to temperate regions of Europe and western Asia. It has been introduced and naturalized across continents such as North America, South America, and parts of eastern Asia. Field forget-me-not has also found suitable habitats in climates mirroring its native regions elsewhere in the world and is cultivated in various areas beyond its natural range.

Field forget-me-not originates from Europe but is now found worldwide thanks to its adaptability. This plant earns its title 'weed' because of its hardiness and prolific reproduction. It can thrive in various environments and produces a vast quantity of seeds that spread far and wide, taking over any available ground. Its invasive nature runs the risk of displacing native flowers and crops, especially in choice gardening spots. If you choose to grow field forget-me-not in your garden, look for plants with small, pale blue or pink flowers clustered on hairy stems. Be wary, though. These petite flowers run the risk of overcrowding other plants and stealing crucial nutrients and sunlight. The most common method of spreading field forget-me-not is through the wind dispersal of their seeds. These seeds can journey into neighboring gardens or fields, allowing field forget-me-not to invade new territories with ease.

To manage field forget-me-not, it’s best to control it before it reaches the flowering stage, since this prevents seed dispersion. The ideal season to address field forget-me-not growth is late winter to early spring, when the soil is moist and temperatures are still cool.