linum - scarlet

Scarlet Flax

Scarlet Flax adds charming ruby blooms to the garden. It is commonly called perennial flax, and grows to 1-2' tall. Features 5-petaled flowers which open for only one day. A profuse bloomer for a period of up to 8 weeks in late spring. Flowers open early on sunny mornings, but petals usually drop by late afternoon. The flax plants which are commercially grown today for making linen (from the stems) and linseed oil (from the seeds). Tolerates sandy and dry soils. Packet includes 40-50 seeds. Packet includes 40-50 seeds.

Scarlet Flax
Linum grandiflorum

Sun:
• Full sun

Height:
• 12–18 inches | 30–45 cm

Spread:
• 6–10 inches | 15–25 cm

Life Cycle:
• Annual

Sowing Method:
• Direct sow outdoors in early spring or fall; does not transplant well

Difficulty:
• Easy | Low-maintenance and drought tolerant once established

Uses:
• Beds, borders, wildflower gardens, pollinator patches, containers

Growing Zones:
• 3–10 (grown as an annual)