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Blue Flax
Linum
Description:
Flax has been grown in England for centuries and is still farmed in Europe
today as a source of fiber to make linens and rope. Try to pick a flower
stem and you will understand why. They are tireless performers, especially
when given a proper growing environment; light, well-drained soil and full
sun are best. Shown planted with
Bearded Iris.
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| Common Name: |
Flax, Blue Flax |
| Botanical
Name: |
Linum |
| Type: |
Perennial Ground Cover |
| Soil
Preference: |
Well-drained. Flax does
not like "wet feet" and will rot in winter if soil is not well-drained.
Drought tolerant once established |
| Light
Requirements: |
Full Sun |
| Attributes: |
border, drought tolerant,
mass plant, deer resistant, attracts butterflies |
| Pests: |
-- |
| Diseases: |
-- |
| Companion Plants: |
Balloon Flower,
Daylily, Perennial Salvia,
Sundrop |
| Care: |
Planting Instructions: Perennials
Water & Fertilizer Schedule |
| Varieties: |
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Linum perenne 'Nanum Sapphire'
Blue Flax
zones 4-8
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Description: A lovely sight to
behold! Planted en masse, the azure-blue, 3/4 inch flowers look like
a sea of blue floating above the finely textured foliage. Although each
flower lasts only one day, they are produced in such abundance that plants
flower for 12 weeks beginning in late spring, and even longer when planted
in northern climates and partial shade. 'Nanum Sapphire' differs from the
species in its compact form and wiry flower stems. Flax is also a prolific
reseeder, so be prepared to share some of these plants with friends and
neighbors. |
| Bloom Color: |
Blue |
| Bloom Time: |
Late spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
10" |
| Spread: |
12" |
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