Forget-Me-Lots, often dismissed as mere weeds in Don’t Starve Together, are quietly revolutionizing how players approach farming, sanity management, and resource efficiency. These unassuming plants thrive in all seasons, require minimal upkeep, and offer versatile uses—from brewing sanity-restoring tea to acting as strategic Brightshade deterrents. By dedicating a small plot to Forget-Me-Lots, players gain access to renewable sanity boosts, filler for recipes like Meatballs, and a self-sustaining resource loop that complements both early-game survival and late-game megabase strategies. Let’s dig into why this plant deserves a permanent spot in your farming rotation.

The Basics of Forget-Me-Lots

What Are Forget-Me-Lots?

Forget-Me-Lots are one of four weed types in Don’t Starve Together, introduced in the Return of Them update. Unlike Fire Nettles or Spiny Bindweed, they serve a dual purpose: they’re a nuisance to traditional crops but a goldmine for players who harness their unique properties.

Growth Cycle:
- Stage 1-2: Seedling to small plant (1-2 days).
- Stage 3: Harvest-ready (produces 1-2 petals).
- Stage 4 (Bolting): Permanent state where the plant stops producing petals and spreads to nearby plots.

Once bolting occurs, the plant becomes a persistent weed unless removed with a shovel or burned. However, burning risks destroying entire farm plots, making strategic placement critical.

Forget-Me-Lots thriving in a dedicated plot, showcasing their growth stages.

Farming Strategies for Maximum Efficiency

Dedicated Plots: The “Set It and Forget It” Approach

Players on Reddit emphasize dedicating a separate 1x1 or 2x2 plot exclusively to Forget-Me-Lots. Since they don’t compete with other crops for nutrients or family groupings, they thrive in isolation:
lua -- Example setup for a dedicated plot: 1. Till a 1x1 farm plot. 2. Plant 4-6 Forget-Me-Lot seeds. 3. Water once (optional; they tolerate drought). 4. Harvest petals every 2-3 days. This setup minimizes maintenance while ensuring a steady supply of petals for recipes.

An example of a dedicated 1x1 plot setup for Forget-Me-Lots.

Companion Planting with Fruit Flies

Forget-Me-Lots synergize with Fruit Flies, which spawn from rotten plants or hammering giant rot clusters. These pests plant weeds automatically, accelerating Forget-Me-Lot propagation. One Reddit user noted:

“I let Fruit Flies run wild near my Forget-Me-Lot plot—they’re basically free labor”.

Nutrient Management

While Forget-Me-Lots consume 2 units of each nutrient (growth formula, compost, manure) per growth stage, they don’t replenish any. To avoid soil depletion:
- Pair with nutrient-positive crops like Toma Root in adjacent plots.
- Fertilize sparingly; Forget-Me-Lots grow reliably even in poor soil.

Top Uses for Forget-Me-Lots

1. Soothing Tea: Sanity on Tap

Combining Forget-Me-Lot petals with ice and honey in a Crock Pot yields Soothing Tea, which grants:
- +15 Sanity instantly.
- +30 Sanity over 60 seconds (0.5/s).

Compared to Surf ‘n’ Turf (+33 Sanity) or Banana Pops (+33), the tea’s over-time effect makes it ideal for prolonged boss fights or cave exploring. One player noted:

“I chug tea during Fuelweaver fights—it’s like a sanity safety net”.

The ingredients needed to brew Soothing Tea for sanity restoration.

2. Beefalo Taming Made Easy

Forget-Me-Lot petals are a key ingredient in Beefalo Treats, which accelerate taming by 25% per treat. Since petals are renewable, players can farm these indefinitely without sacrificing valuable vegetables.

3. Filler for Days

As a vegetable, petals substitute for carrots or berries in recipes:
| Recipe | Filler Role | Benefit |
|--------------|----------------------|----------------------------------|
| Meatballs | 1 petal + 3 ice | Prevents monster meat penalties |
| Butter Muffin| 1 petal + 1 butterfly | Converts wings into health |

4. Rot/Manure Factory

Unused petals spoil in 3 days, turning into rot or manure. This creates a closed-loop system:
Petals → Rot/Manure → Fertilize crops → Harvest more petals

Managing the Downsides

Bolting: A Double-Edged Sword

Forget-Me-Lots enter bolting after 6-8 days if left unharvested. While bolting plants spread aggressively, they also act as Brightshade magnets. One Reddit user shared:

“I let a bolting plot sit near my base—Brightshades always target it first, saving my farms”.

To control spread:
- Shovel bolting plants: 75% chance to respawn unless 3+ exist nearby.
- Burn strategically: Use Ice Flingomatics to contain fires.

Compatibility with Other Crops

Forget-Me-Lots reduce the “family” happiness of nearby crops by 1 point per plant. Avoid planting them in mixed plots—dedicated setups prevent this penalty.

Advanced Tips and Case Studies

Case Study: The Lazy Farmer’s Sanity Engine

A Reddit player documented a 100-day world using two 1x1 plots:
1. Main Plot: 4 Potato plants for hunger.
2. Forget-Me-Lot Plot: 6 plants for tea and filler.
By day 30, they had 120+ petals stockpiled, enabling unlimited tea and freeing inventory slots typically used for sanity gear.

Using the “Regrowable Forget-Me-Lots” Mod

The Steam workshop mod Regrowable Forget-Me-Lots removes bolting, allowing infinite harvests. While cheaty, it’s popular for megabases:

“I use the mod for decorative gardens—petal carpets look amazing”.

Final Thoughts: Why You Should Stop Forgetting These Guys

Forget-Me-Lots are the Swiss Army knife of Don’t Starve Together: low effort, high reward. Whether you’re a new player struggling with sanity or a veteran optimizing your base, these weeds offer flexibility that’s hard to beat. Set up a dedicated plot, brew some tea, and let them handle the rest.

Additional Resources:
- Don’t Starve Wiki: Forget-Me-Lots
- YouTube Guide: Farming & Fruit Fly Synergies
- Steam Mod: Regrowable Forget-Me-Lots