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Flax Seeds - Blue
SEEDS PER POUND
328,800
SEASON
Perennial
USDA ZONES
3 - 10
HEIGHT
12 - 24 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Spring and summer
BLOOM COLOR
Blue
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 6.5 - 7.5
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
HOUSE PLANT
No
About...
Blue Flax (Linum Perenne) - Blue Flax is a perennial flower which will bloom the second year when grown from wildflower seed. It grows from tough, expanding clumps, and produces little pastel blue flowers, 1/2 - 1 inch across that bloom on light and graceful arching branches. It is very pretty and drought tolerant.
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Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
65 - 70F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
20 - 30 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
1/8 inch
SOWING RATE
3 ounces per 1,000 square feet or 9 pounds per acre
MOISTURE
Keep seed moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
15 - 18 inches
Blue Flax (Linum Perenne) - Blue Flax is a drought tolerant, perennial flower which will bloom the second year when grown from wildflower seed. It grows from tough, expanding clumps, and produces little pastel blue flowers, 1/2 - 1 inch across that bloom on light, graceful arching branches. Each bloom only lasts a day, but a new flower will open each day to take its place. It is very pretty! It will grow in all regions of North America, and it prefers full sun, and loose, dry soil, but it is very adaptable and good for xeriscape landscaping or gardening.
The clear Blue Flax flowers that appear in late spring are the hallmarks of perennial Flax. Clusters of buds typically droop at the branching ends of the slim stems. They open to an inch wide, and are 5 petaled flowers. Buds bloom successively over the weeks, opening in the early mornings just before dawn. Unless the day is overcast, the fully open flowers drop their petals by midday. A new round of bloom follows each day through to mid-summer. Because these Linum Perenne plants produce a profusion of buds, there are always plenty of flowers during its bloom season. Blue Flax will also drop its wild flower seed to re-seed itself the following spring.
Common Questions
When do you harvest flax plants?
Flax typically matures within 90 to 120 days. To harvest the seeds, pull out the whole plant, tie the stems together, and hang them to dry for three to five weeks until the seed heads are fully dried out.
What climate is ideal for growing flax?
Flax plants thrive in soil that is consistently moist (but not waterlogged) and in cool temperatures while growing. However, they require warm and dry conditions during the seed and fiber harvesting period.
What is the flax plant grown for?
Flax was among the earliest crops cultivated by humans, primarily for its fibers. The production of flax began to decline only after the invention of the cotton gin. Presently, there is a revival in cultivating this annual herb, with a newfound admiration for its natural charm and the versatile applications of its fiber, oil, and seeds.
Do I need to prune back my flowers?
If you cut back by half after the first bloom your flax plants will continue blooming. If you live in a hot climate, cutting back can negatively affect your plants so don’t cut back.
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