Blue Flax

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Linum perenne (Blue Flax)

Linum perenne (Herbaceous Perennial)

Blue Flax offers small, sky-blue flowers on light and graceful arching branches. Although Blue Flax will stand up well to heat, it prefers cool, moist summers, e.g., coastal climates. For best effect, sow seed in mass. Perfect addition for wildflower meadows and naturalized areas.

Abundant flowers in summer
Naturalizes easily
Great for meadow seed mixes

Height

18-24 Inches

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Spread

12-15 Inches


Growing & Maintenance Tips

If sown early enough, it will bloom the first year. Plant in spring, late summer, or late fall.

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USDA Hardiness Zone 4 - 9

Great Companions

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Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes
Naturalizing
Border or Bed
Mass Planting
Exposure
Sun
Other Characteristics
Easy-to-establish
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Summer
Soil Moisture Preference
Average
Moist
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