• Flax, Blue (1/4 lb) Peaceful Valley
  • Flax, Blue (1/4 lb) Peaceful Valley
  • Flax, Blue (1/4 lb) Peaceful Valley
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Flax, Blue (1/4 lb)

Lovely Sky Blue Flowers

$16.49
$16.49
/1/4 lb

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Description

Blue Flax - Linum perenne lewisii

Perennial Open Pollinated. Perennial blue flax grows erect like grass, but is covered with sky blue flowers in summer. Plant in mass and allow to naturalize to create a meadow effect. Thrives in dry meadows or on slopes. Blooms the second spring after planting. 1/4 lb covers approximately 1000 sq ft if broadcast. Thin to 6 - 10" apart.

Flowers: Many blooms. Blooms in summer
Attracts: Attracts bees and beneficial insects
Soil: Adaptable, but prefers loose, sandy soil
Native: California
USDA Zone: 3-9
Plant In: Spring
Planting Depth: 1/16"
Days to Germinate: 20-30 Days
Height At Maturity: 1'-3'
Sun/Shade Requirements: Full Sun
Water Needs: Light Water
Approx. Seeds Per Pack: 82,214

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Shipping Information

Ships from Northern CA.

Shipping Weight: 0.3 lb

Dimensions: 5.5"L x 5.5"W x 0.25"H

Features

  • Attracts Bees/Butterflies
  • Attracts Beneficial Insects
  • California Native
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Edible Flower
  • Good for Naturalizing
  • Open-Pollinated
  • Somewhat Drought Tolerant
  • Useful in Dye Making
  • Wildflower

Characteristics

USDA Growing Zone: 3 - 9
Bloom Season : Summer
Flower Color : Blue
Growth Habit : Upright
Life Cycle : Perennial
Plant Usage : Attracts Bees/Butterflies
Plant Usage : Attracts Beneficial Insects
Planting Time : Spring
Seed Unit Sizes : Bulk
Sun Requirements : Full Sun

Planting & Care

Loosen the top two inches of soil. Mix seed with 10 parts vermiculite. Broadcast this mix over the area to be planted. Compress soil and lightly cover with compost or straw.

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